blockade
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The US later imposed its own blockade of Iranian ports in response.
From Barron's • May 10, 2026
Speaking to journalists in Nairobi, he said he was sticking to his position opposing a blockade from either side, and to "reject any toll" to ensure ships are able to pass through the strategic waterway.
From Barron's • May 10, 2026
The working document calls for Iran to ease its chokehold on the strait and for the U.S. to wind back its blockade of Iranian ports during the 30 days of talks, the people said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
US Central Command said on Wednesday it had shot at and disabled an Iranian-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman that was trying to break the blockade.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
Finally, the Allied blockade of German ports would continue until a peace treaty was signed.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
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