Trump warns Iran blockade could last months, sending oil soaring
US President Donald Trump stated that the naval blockade of Iranian ports could continue for months, contributing to a sharp rise in global oil prices. The move has drawn criticism and warnings from international leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, while Iran demands an end to the blockade before resuming negotiations. Amid escalating economic and regional tensions, violence persists along the Lebanon-Israel border despite a fragile ceasefire.
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Trump warns Iran blockade could last months, sending oil soaringSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxUS President Donald Trump contended that the blockade of Iranian ports was more effective than bombing.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished Apr 30, 2026, 07:39 AMUpdated Apr 30, 2026, 10:04 AMListenWASHINGTON – President Donald Trump said a US naval blockade against Iran could last months, leading oil prices on April 29 to spike to their highest in more than four years.With diplomacy between Iran and the United States at a standstill after false starts, he spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who warned him of “damaging consequences” if the US and Israel resume their war on Iran.
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