Why would Trump block the Strait of Hormuz? // TRAIN BRAIN

Why would Trump block the Strait of Hormuz?

After failed peace talks, the US has moved to restrict Iranian-linked shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Trump warned that any ships coming near the blockade will be "ELIMINATED".
But this isn’t a full blockade. Instead, it’s a calculated strategy aimed at pressuring Iran’s economy while keeping global trade flowing.
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