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Iran continues its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, defying US President Donald Trump's demands for its reopening and threats of military action, as Tehran asserts its "resistance" against the US and Israeli offensive launched on February 28, 2026.
President Trump had threatened "divine punishment" and "blowing up the whole country" by April 7, 2026, at 8 pm Washington time, but Iranian dignitaries remained unmoved. Mojtaba Ferdousi Pour, head of the Iranian diplomatic mission in Cairo, stated on Monday, April 6, 2026, that any peace agreement requires guarantees against future attacks on the regime.
An Iranian army spokesperson dismissed Trump's remarks, affirming the war would continue "for as long as the political leaders deem it necessary." The blockade has already "destabilized the global economy," highlighting Iran's leverage despite being described as "on its last legs" three months prior. Iran's steadfast refusal to yield to US pressure underscores the ongoing geopolitical conflict and its significant economic ramifications.
Iran Maintains Strait Blockade, Defying Trump Threats(current)
