US naval blockade paralyses trade and daily life in Iran, citizens say

Euronews · first seen 01.09.2026

A reinstated US naval blockade is severely disrupting trade, driving 70 percent inflation and impacting daily survival for citizens in Iran.

Reinstated US naval blockade paralyzes Iranian trade and daily life
Inflation reaches 70 percent amidst worsening humanitarian pressures

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Euronews — Exclusive: US naval blockade is paralysing daily life, Iranians tell Euronews

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