From his Truth Social post:
“The United States to Blockade Ships Entering or Exiting Iranian Ports on April 13 at 10:00 A.M. ET. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DJT”
That means the blockade will officially begin at 1400 GMT later today.
As a reminder, the blockade that Trump is referring to is essentially a move where they will intercept all ships trying to head towards an Iranian port or ships that are looking to carry Iranian goods out. On the latter, the most punishing would arguably be oil and gas related.
This means that the Strait of Hormuz is essentially being contested from two different areas now. Iran still holds control through a mix of physical presence and intimidation, closer to its shores.
Previously, Iran has allowed just a few ships to pass through each day – most of which are linked to their own interests and/or related allies such as China. Now, the US is seeking to stop all of that movement so as to try and block Iran back at their own game.
Well, we will have to see how long this can last.
