Trump warns Iran boats breaching US blockade will be 'eliminated' - Region - World

Ahram Online·Apr 13

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A US blockade is reportedly in place, with the US warning that Iranian boats that breach it will be targeted. The specifics of the blockade and the response to it are unclear, with some reports indicating that Iranian boats have already been sunk. Iran has denounced the blockade as an act of "piracy", while the US has warned Iran against attempting to defy the blockade or launch attacks.

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