US Navy destroyer intercepts two oil tankers trying to leave Hormuz; orders them to turn back
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US Navy destroyer intercepts two oil tankers trying to leave Hormuz; orders them to turn back

April 15, 2026
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A US Navy destroyer intercepted two oil tankers leaving Iran, marking the initial phase of a US-declared blockade aimed at pressuring Tehran. Despite the blockade, some Iran-linked vessels reportedly transited the Strait of Hormuz. Experts caution about the blockade's effectiveness and warn of potential escalation and retaliation from Iran.

US Navy destroyer intercepts two oil tankers trying to leave Hormuz; orders them to turn back
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