Trump: US reinstating blockade at the Strait of Hormuz

President Trump posted to Truth Social, stating the U.S. is reinstating the blockade at the Strait of Hormuz.
By Jason Gunn at FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - News · · 1 min read

President Trump posted to Truth Social, stating the U.S. is reinstating the blockade at the Strait of Hormuz.
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