What the U.S. Blockade Means for Iran’s Economy

The New York Times | April 16, 2026, 6:05 a.m. | Original
Putting a stop to Iranian shipping will further add to Iran’s economic pain, analysts said, but it might not be enough to force concessions or lessen the global energy crunch.
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