US says it can keep naval blockade on Iran 'indefinitely,' vows more economic pressure
Hegseth said rotating ships lets the Navy keep pressure on Tehran as Bessent previewed new measures and sanctions since 2018 topped 2,200.
- The U.S. military can maintain a naval blockade on Iran indefinitely by rotating ships, as stated by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
- Iran has controlled or sought control of the Strait of Hormuz since the war began, attacking vessels and impacting a key route for global oil and liquefied natural gas.
- The U.S. has imposed a blockade and redirected commercial vessels attempting to breach it, while also tightening economic sanctions, though these measures have not yet resulted in renewed ceasefire talks.
- The conflict has led to a forecasted decline in global oil supply this year, contributing to economic concerns including fears of a broader regional war and recession.
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Iran business leader admits U.S. blockade will inflict more economic damage than war, and the 'worst thing that could happen' is trying to evade it
The head of the Iran-China Joint Chamber of Commerce said "the consequences of the blockade far outweigh those of a direct war."
In conflict with Iran, the US government is increasingly putting on economic pressure.
US warns Iran of indefinite naval blockade as Strait of Hormuz deadlock continues
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