Iran Threatens Retaliation Against Persian Gulf and Oman Sea Ports Amid U.S. Naval Blockade Threat
The Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran have threatened retaliatory measures targeting ports in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman should the security of Iranian ports in these regions become threatened. This warning was issued by the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters and was published by state media on Monday the 13th. Iran's military statement emphasized that the security of ports in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman must be guaranteed collectively, warning that if Iranian port security is jeopardized, no ports in these waters would remain safe. The declaration labeled the U.S. naval blockade... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 13 Apr 2026 14:43 LONDON
President Trump signals possible US naval blockade on Iran if negotiations fail
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 13 April 2026 at 06:36 UTC: "The Trump card the president holds if Iran won’t bend: a naval blockade: https://justthenews.com/government/security/trump-card-president-holds-if-iran-wont-bend-naval-blockade" What this means: President Donald Trump publicly signals that a naval blockade is a credible US response should Iran refuse to yield in ongoing disputes. This indicates increased US military and diplomatic pressure on Iran, likely elevating tensions in the Gulf region and impacting global oil markets. Probability assessment: There is a moderate to high probability that the US will escalate its military posture around Iran, including the potential implementation of a... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 13 Apr 2026 07:36 LONDON
