12/04/2026
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12/04/2026
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US President Donald Trump speaks with reporters after arriving at Palm Beach International Airport on Jan 19 in West Palm Beach, Fla. (AP)
WASHINGTON, Apr 12: U.S. President Donald Trump has signaled a potential escalation in strategy toward Iran after sharing an article suggesting a naval blockade, following the failure of recent negotiations in Islamabad.
The article, published by a pro-Trump outlet, argues that Washington could impose a blockade to exert economic pressure on Iran by restricting its oil exports and targeting key buyers such as China and India.
According to the piece, such a move could significantly strain Iran’s already fragile economy while limiting its ability to finance regional activities. It also suggested that controlling maritime traffic could shift leverage back to the United States after diplomatic efforts stalled.
The proposal draws parallels with a previous U.S. strategy under Trump involving a naval blockade on Venezuelan oil shipments, aimed at cutting off a major source of revenue for Caracas.
Trump has not issued a formal statement outlining policy changes, but his decision to share the article comes shortly after 21-hour talks between U.S. and Iranian officials ended without agreement, raising concerns about possible next steps and further escalation in the region.
The breakdown in talks has left uncertainty over the future of diplomacy, with observers warning that options such as a naval blockade could heighten tensions in already volatile waters.
