Monday, April 13, 2026 — The geopolitical landscape of the Middle East has reached a fever pitch. At 10:00 a.m. EDT (5:30 p.m. in Tehran) today, the United States military officially began a maritime blockade of Iranian ports. This high-stakes move follows the dramatic collapse of peace negotiations in Islamabad, Pakistan, and threatens to fundamentally alter global energy markets and international security. 🚢⚓️ As the world watches the Strait of Hormuz , we break down the