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Trump Reimposes Iranian Port Blockade, Withdraws Oil Waivers

8/18/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports, withdrew oil waivers, and threatened to bomb Oman if it interfered with a deal.
The United States halted a missile-strike round after 13 days, citing progress in talks and a shortage of interceptors.
Iranian officials described their missile and drone attacks on U.S. bases as retaliatory operations.

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U.S. President Donald Trump reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports, withdrew oil waivers, and threatened to bomb Oman if it interfered with a deal.
The United States halted a missile-strike round after 13 days, citing progress in talks and a shortage of interceptors.
Iranian officials described their missile and drone attacks on U.S. bases as retaliatory operations.