Latest from the White House as Trump bashes Pope Leo, begins blockade on Iranian ports

President Trump’s blockade of Iranian ports and partial blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is underway after peace talks with Iran broke down over the weekend. Meanwhile, Mr. Trump is continuing to bash Pope Leo over the pontiff’s opposition to the war in Iran. CBS News’ Eleanor Watson, Chris Livesay and Olivia Rinaldi have more. … Read more

Stock dip, oil prices jump after U.S. begins partial blockade Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices jumped above $100 a barrel on Monday and U.S. stocks dipped amid concerns about the impact of President Trump’s plan to blockade Iran’s ports and a partial blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a key chokepoint for oil, fertilizer and other commodities.  The price of Brent crude, the international benchmark, jumped $7.15, or 7.5%, to $102.30 … Read more

U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports goes into effect

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports goes into effect 08:04 UP NEXT What Will the Blockade of Hormuz Mean for the US Economy? 02:11 Trump Says US Navy Will Blockade Hormuz in Major Escalation 02:23 Vice President Vance … Read more

Latest news on Iran war as Vance says no deal was reached, Trump calls for Strait of Hormuz blockade

Latest news on Iran war as Vance says no deal was reached, Trump calls for Strait of Hormuz blockade – CBS News Watch CBS News Vice President JD Vance announced that the U.S. and Iran did not reach a deal during talks in Pakistan over the weekend. This comes as President Trump calls for a … Read more