“U.S. to Blockade Ships Entering or Exiting Iranian Ports”

From CENTCOM:

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces will begin implementing a blockade of all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports on April 13 at 10 a.m. ET, in accordance with the President’s proclamation.

 

The blockade will be enforced impartially against vessels of all nations entering or departing Iranian ports and coastal areas, including all Iranian ports on the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman. CENTCOM forces will not impede freedom of navigation for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz to and from non-Iranian ports.

Response of Brent futures:

Up $6.7 as of 5:30PM CT.

Kalshi odds on re-opening are back to pre-talk levels:

 

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