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Economic Strangulation-$500M a Day Lost in Iran plus Court Slams Brakes-VA Vote Voided
1. U.S.–Iran Ceasefire and Maritime Escalation President Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran indefinitely while maintaining a strict naval and economic blockade, described as “economic fury.” The administration claims the blockade is costing Iran $500 million per day, crippling oil exports and internal stability. Despite the ceasefire extension, Iran allegedly attacked or seized multiple commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions. Western and Iranian accounts conflict: Western sources report unprovoked attacks on vessels. Iranian state media claims ships…
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