Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:07pm on 23 Apr 2026,Thursday International
US President Donald Trump claimed America has “total control” over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, despite Iran seizing two container ships and intensifying the crisis. Iranian forces captured vessels for alleged safety violations, while the US responded by intercepting a tanker linked to Iranian oil exports. Both nations are enforcing rival naval blockades, raising fears of prolonged conflict. The situation has disrupted global shipping and pushed oil prices near $100 per barrel. Iran has rejected renewed peace talks, citing ceasefire breaches, while the Pentagon warns mine-clearing operations could take months, prolonging instability.
