US reimposes naval blockade as Trump threatens to ramp up strikes on Iran: ‘You better make a deal’

The US reimposed a naval blockade on all Iranian ports and threatened to escalate strikes against Iran, targeting power plants and bridges, unless Tehran resumes negotiations. This action follows the unraveling of an interim ceasefire deal and intensified fighting over the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran claims to have closed again. US Central Command announced prior strikes on Iranian missile, drone, and naval capabilities, citing Iran's "unwarranted aggression" and attacks on commercial ships and neighboring Gulf countries. President Trump stated, "You better make a deal. You're not going to have anybody left," indicating severe consequences if negotiations do not resume. He also dropped a proposed 20% fee for ships passing through the strait in favor of Gulf investment in the US.