Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz Again as Trump Warns Against 'Blackmail'
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Updated · The Guardian · Apr 18
Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz Again as Trump Warns Against 'Blackmail'
58 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Apr 18
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz again, prompting warnings from US President Donald Trump against attempts to 'blackmail' Washington.
Tehran now requires ships to pay fees and provide detailed information before passage, citing security and environmental concerns amid heightened tensions.
The move follows recent US and Israeli strikes on Iran, with negotiations ongoing and the strategic waterway's control impacting global shipping and energy markets.
Will the Hormuz blockade trigger a global recession before a military resolution is reached?
With peace talks collapsed, what diplomatic off-ramps still exist to avoid all-out war?
Beyond oil, how will the blockade permanently reshape global supply chains for essential goods?
What are the unforeseen environmental risks of targeting nuclear sites in the densely populated Gulf?
Is the concept of 'war crimes' becoming unenforceable in conflicts involving major world powers?
How can international law function when a UN Security Council member is accused of violating it?