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Iran Warns Gulf Ports ‘Not Safe’ as US Prepares Naval Blockade
Iran issues a strong warning ahead of a US naval blockade, saying no Gulf port will be safe as tensions escalate and global oil markets react sharply.
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2 min1713 Apr 2026
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Iran issues a strong warning ahead of a US naval blockade, saying no Gulf port will be safe as tensions escalate and global oil markets react sharply.
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