US Extends Naval Blockade on Iran as Oil Shipments and Prices Remain Volatile

56 articles · Updated · The Associated Press · Apr 23

President Trump has extended the US naval blockade of Iran, aiming to halt Iranian oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz.
Despite US efforts, Iranian oil shipments continue via deceptive tactics, and the blockade has sent global oil and gas prices soaring.
Experts warn the blockade is unlikely to quickly force Iran’s compliance, and prolonged disruption risks wider economic and political fallout.

How effective is a naval blockade that still allows millions of barrels of Iranian oil to ship?

Can an economic blockade succeed where a massive bombing campaign failed to break Iran's will?

As oil prices breach $101 a barrel, what is the ultimate breaking point for the world economy?

With US missile stocks critically low, is America now vulnerable to another major global conflict?

Does international law justify a blockade that threatens global food and energy supplies?

After the death of its Supreme Leader, what would a 'reasonable' deal with Iran actually look like?