16 APR 2026
Iran

Trump says Iran blockade 'going good'

Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 17:58 UTC · 5 sources

U.S. President Donald Trump has described the ongoing naval blockade against Iran in the Strait of Hormuz as "very routine for us." This comment comes amid a complex situation where maritime traffic through the critical chokepoint remains significantly below normal levels. The blockade is a central element of the current US-Iran confrontation, which also involves ongoing diplomatic negotiations.

Updates
5h agoDD Geopolitics

Trump used the word 'amazing' to describe the blockade, adding to his previous positive assessment.

5h ago@Osint613

Trump elaborated that the blockade has led to the removal of Iran's previous leaders and the emergence of a new leadership the U.S. finds reasonable.

4h ago@clashreport

Trump now describes the blockade as 'very routine for us' in a new social media post.

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Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 17:58 UTC · First reported: 5h ago