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Donald Trump announced that the U.S. Navy would begin a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, targeting vessels that have paid tolls to Iran. According to the U.S. Central Command (Centcom), the blockade would be enforced impartially against vessels entering or departing Iranian ports and coastal areas, starting Monday at 10:00 EDT. The U.S. Navy Commander's handbook defines a blockade as preventing vessels and aircraft from entering or exiting specified areas controlled by an enemy state. Trump stated the blockade would be effective soon and involve other countries, with NATO potentially assisting in clearing mines. The UK will not be involved in the blockade. The stated aim is to ensure free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, which Trump accuses Iran of hindering.
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AI-ExtractedThe UK will not be involved in the blockade.
Centcom said its forces would begin implementing the blockade at 10:00 EDT on Monday.
The US Navy Commander's handbook defines a blockade as preventing vessels from entering/exiting specified areas.
The US will begin destroying mines that Iran has laid in the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump instructed the Navy to interdict vessels in international waters that paid a toll to Iran.
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