https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-iran-blockade-remains-in-effect-as-pentagon-addresses-stockpile-concernsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-iran-blockade-remains-in-effect-as-pentagon-addresses-stockpile-concernshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-iran-blockade-remains-in-effect-as-pentagon-addresses-stockpile-concerns#u45562Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:01:49 +0000US President Donald Trump stated that the blockade on Iran remains in effect, amid concerns over Iran's stockpiles. The Pentagon is addressing these concerns. Iran's Supreme Leader has signaled an intention to keep the country on a war footing. Tehran has also brought back a cleric behind the 2009 crackdown to lead the Basij militia.Why it mattersThe situation is being closely watched as tensions between the US and Iran continue. The blockade and Iran's military activities have significant implications for regional and global security. The US and Iran have had a strained relatio