2026-04-12 18:01:09

Trump just announced that the US itself will now begin blocking the Strait of Hormuz.

Effectively immediately, the US Navy has begun the process of "blockading" the Strait of Hormuz.

In other words, the US and Iran will now be competing on blocking this crucial waterway.

It appears that Trump's long-term plan is to blockade Hormuz, gain control, then begin letting traffic flow freely.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, and #gold prices are expected to fall again due to fears of rising inflation.

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Aguofthe2026-04-12 17:53:10

🚨TRUMP: "Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz

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