US President Donald Trump has claimed that the country's economic blockade of Iranian ports is having a significant impact, warning Tehran to "give up" in a bid to ease escalating tensions between the two nations. The blockade, which was imposed in May 2019 in response to Iran's nuclear program and involvement in regional conflicts, has seen the US impose sanctions on Iranian oil exports and restrict access to international financial markets. Trump's comments come as Iran struggles to revive its economy, which has been severely hit by the sanctions. As tensions between the US and Iran continue to rise, the president's statement has sparked concerns that the situation could escalate into a full-blown conflict.
Trump says the US blockade of Iranian ports is working, urging Tehran to 'give up' amid tensions.
