US Imposes Blockade on Iran: Navy Turns Back 48 Ships

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The US Navy has reported a remarkable development in the conflict with Iran — in the last 20 days, American forces have compelled 48 Iranian vessels to reverse course in the Strait of Hormuz. Notably, three ships were turned back within the previous 20 hours, as stated by US Central Command. The Pentagon has announced that no ships are permitted to enter or exit any Iranian harbor. This marks the most intense American naval blockade in many years, impacting approximately 20 percent of global oil supply. This situation holds significant implications for the upcoming phase of the conflict and for every American filling up at the pump.

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00:00The U.S. Navy has just confirmed a stunning new milestone in the Iranian war.

00:05Forty-eight Iranian ships have now been forcibly turned around by American forces in the Strait of Hormuz over the

00:11past 20 days.

00:13Three ships were redirected in just the last 20 hours, according to U.S. Central Command.

00:18The Pentagon says no vessels are being allowed in or out of any Iranian port.

00:23It is the most aggressive American naval blockade in decades.

00:27And it now matches Iran's own blockade of the Strait.

00:31Choking off roughly 20 percent of the world's oil supply, day 60 of the war just passed.

00:37And President Trump on Friday rejected Iran's latest proposal, telling reporters he is reviewing fresh military options.

00:44Iran's parliament has refused direct talks unless the U.S. blockade ends first.

00:50American carrier groups remain in striking range of Iranian targets.

00:54And U.S. troops in the region are on highest alert.

00:58And every American is feeling it.

01:00At the gas pump.

01:01At the grocery store.

01:03And in their daily news feed.

01:04At the grocery store.

01:05At the grocery store.

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