After talks flounder, Trump threatens to blockade strait

Boston Globe — Apr 12, 23:05 PM

Hours after the United States failed to reach a deal to end the war in Iran, President Trump on Sunday sought to ratchet up pressure on Tehran, vowing to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway for Iran and the global economy.

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