Trump Now Threatens to Block Hormuz Strait
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Trump Now Threatens to Block Hormuz Strait

Donald Trump has pledged to escalate the economic pressure on Iran by blocking the Strait of Hormuz.

Plus: Victor Orban has been trounced in Hungary’s general election, and Tucker Carlson clashes with the BBC’s Victoria Derbyshire.

With Steven Methven and Barry Malone.

  • Published 13 April 2026
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