President Donald Trump talks to reporters as he walks on the South Lawn upon his arrival to the White House in Washington.
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This live is now closedPresident Donald Trump said on Monday (April 13, 2026) that the U.S. military has begun a blockade of all Iranian ports and coastal areas and Iran responded with threats on ports in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. Trump had vowed earlier to block the Strait of Hormuz entirely.Also read: Iran and Strait of Hormuz: A lone battle for controlPakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Monday (April 13, 2026) a ceasefire between the United States and Iran was “holding” and that efforts were underway to reach an agreement after weekend talks failed to do so.Also read: Iran and Strait of Hormuz: A lone battle for control Published - April 13, 2026 07:04 am IST
