US blockades Iranian ports

President Donald Trump has ordered a naval blockade of Iranian ports along the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to choke off oil revenue in retaliation for Tehran's effective closure of the shipping lane.

The U.S. military reported that no ships made it past the blockade in its first 24 hours, though maritime tracking data suggests at least four Iran-linked vessels successfully transited the corridor.

Vice President JD Vance has characterized Iran's actions as "economic terrorism," warning that the U.S. is prepared to escalate its response if the regime continues to disrupt global energy flows.

The standoff has deepened regional tensions, with Tehran threatening to strike targets across the Middle East if its maritime access remains restricted.