Iran Closes Hormuz Strait as Trump's War Strategy Sparks Confusion
Iran shut down the Strait of Hormuz following Trump's ceasefire extension, as the president's shifting positions and threats deepen Middl…
April 23, 2026
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April 21, 2026
California Man Busted for $34K Lego Scam: Swapped Sets With Pasta
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Trump Admin Opens $166B Tariff Refund Portal After Supreme Court Defeat
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April 20, 2026
Iran Shuts Hormuz Again After Trump Ceasefire — Fires on Indian Ships
Iran closed Strait of Hormuz and fired on Indian vessels Thursday, violating ceasefire with Trump. President calls it 'serious violation'…
April 20, 2026