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US threatens ‘indefinite’ blockade against Iran: How long can it last?

Low Severity Americas United States
Date Occurred Aug 14, 2026 11:06 UTC
Event Type General News
Source Al Jazeera
Recorded Aug 14, 2026
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US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth claims US Navy can sustain blockade despite reports of poor conditions.

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  • ID #23679
  • Type General News
  • Region Americas
  • Severity Low
  • Indexed Aug 14, 2026
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