Following the failed talks, Washington began a naval blockade targeting vessels entering or leaving Iranian ports. The measure sought economic leverage over Iran and further internationalized maritime enforcement around Hormuz. Its costs extended to seafarers, trade, energy prices and states that had not chosen the war.
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What did the US naval blockade target beginning April 13?
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The announced blockade focused on traffic to and from Iranian ports.