Trump warns Iran blockade could last months, sending oil prices soaring

Author: Henry OduahPublished on: April 30, 2026Country: United States

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Trump warns Iran blockade could last months, sending oil prices soaring

US President Donald Trump stated that a naval blockade against Iran could last for months, causing oil prices to spike to their highest level in over four years. Trump met with oil executives and claimed that the blockade of Iranian ports was more effective than bombing. Meanwhile, US Central Command announced it had redirected 42 commercial vessels attempting to violate the blockade, estimating that Iran cannot sell 69 million barrels of oil worth over $6 billion.

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