No deal unless no nukes: Trump calls US naval blockade against Iran 'genius'; CENTCOM says 42 ships turned back

Iran Herald · April 30, 2026 Sanctions

Washington DC [US], April 30 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Wednesday described the ongoing US naval blockade against Iran as 'genius,' asserting that Tehran would have to concede defeat while ruling out any agreement unless it abandons its nuclear ambitions. 'The blockade is genius. The blockade has been 100% foolproof.