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Trump reinstates Iranian blockade, says Strait of Hormuz will stay open
By Scripps News Group at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 13, 2026
· 3 min read
President Donald Trump said Monday that the Strait of Hormuz is open and will remain open, as he ordered the U.S. military to reinstate a blockade on Iranian ships and ports."We are reinstating the THE IRANIAN BLOCKADE, so named because it is only stopping Irans ships or customers from entering o...
Key takeaway "We are reinstating the THE IRANIAN BLOCKADE, so named because it is only stopping Irans ships or customers from entering or leaving," President Trump said in a statement.
Why this matters in The Nashville
Nashville 's economy, heavily reliant on transportation and logistics, may feel the ripple effects of the reinstated Iranian blockade. With the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route, now under heightened scrutiny, local businesses that import or export goods may face increased costs and delays. The 20% reimbursement rate announced by President Trump for cargo shipped through the Strait could be passed on to consumers, potentially impacting Nashville's retail and manufacturing sectors. Additionally, as a major hub for the music and entertainment industry, Nashville's tourism and convention business may also be affected if global tensions escalate and travel restrictions are imposed. As the situation unfolds, Nashville's business leaders and policymakers will be closely watching the developments in the Middle East, weighing the potential consequences for the local economy and exploring strategies to mitigate any adverse effects. Local companies with international supply chains will need to reassess their operations and contingency plans.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump said Monday that the Strait of Hormuz is open and will remain open, as he ordered the U.S. military to reinstate a blockade on Iranian ships and ports."We are reinstating the THE IRANIAN BLOCKADE, so named because it is only stopping Irans ships or customers from entering o...
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