U.S. imposes naval blockade on Iran, targeting Hormuz oil exports

The United States has initiated a naval blockade of Iran, disrupting oil shipments through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The blockade, which began Monday afternoon, is aimed at crippling Tehran's economy and pressuring the Iranian government into conceding terms in the ongoing conflict. Iranian officials have denounced the move, labeling it “piracy” and an “illegal act” while warning of its significant economic consequences. Iran’s economy, heavily reliant on oil exports, could face