Iran Halts Petrochemical Exports Amid Hormuz Blockade
April 22, 2026·about 3 hours ago·via AOL.com

Iran suspends all petrochemical exports as a U.S.-Israeli blockade tightens its grip on the Strait of Hormuz, seizing ships and crippling the economy. President Trump extends the ceasefire but maintains the naval chokehold, confirming 13 U.S. service members killed and 415 wounded in the war. Iran reports 3,636 deaths from strikes, including 254 children. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi announces Iran and Oman draft a protocol for safe maritime transit through the strait. Read more about this...