Day 44 of Middle East conflict — Trump says US will blockade the Strait of Hormuz | CNN

• Follow the latest updates on the war with Iran here. • Truce in Iran: President Donald Trump said the temporary two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran is “holding well” following the weekend’s failed marathon negotiations in Pakistan. • Strait blockade: The US military said it will enforce a blockade on all traffic entering and leaving Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz from 10 a.m. ET Monday, in accordance with Trump’s demand after talks faltered. Tehran has vowed to retaliate against any military vessels in the strait. • Ripple effects: Oil topped $100 a barrel again on Sunday, as the blockade threatens to further disrupt the global economy and keep gas prices elevated. Brent crude, the international benchmark, was up 8%. • Negotiations on Lebanon: Meanwhile, talks between Israeli and Lebanese diplomats are due to take place this week. Israeli attacks targeting Iran-backed Hezbollah continued overnight, resulting in deaths and injuries. A senior military adviser to Iran’s supreme leader said the United States is destined to fail in any naval blockade following President Donald Trump’s threat to block the Strait of Hormuz. “The United States, just