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A major development has emerged regarding the ongoing situation that the United States has moved to impose a naval blockade on Iran, effectively cutting off access to all Iranian ports after high-stakes diplomatic efforts between the two countries broke down.   The decision came after intense negotiations between U.S. and Iranian officials , which lasted around 21 hours and were held in Islamabad, Pakistan. These talks were seen as a rare and significant attempt to ease tensions and bring an end to a six-week-long conflict between the two sides. However, despite the long discussions, both countries failed to reach an agreement. The main sticking points included Iran’s nuclear program, its alleged support for armed groups in the region, and disputes over control and security of key maritime routes.   Following the collapse of these talks, the United States quickly escalated its response. The blockade officially began on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time, w...