US Says Iran Port Blockade Can Last Indefinitely as Deadline Expires

United States · GEOPOLITICS Key Facts —Blockade reinstated: US Central Command resumed the blockade of Iranian ports on 14 July 2026. It took effect at 16:00 Eastern Time. —Indefinite posture: US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on 13 August 2026 that the Navy can hold the blockade indefinitely. He said the Navy would rotate ships…