US Blockade of Strait of Hormuz Begins Amid New Push for Talks
The United States military’s partial blockade of the Strait of Hormuz imposed by President Donald Trump is now in effect, preventing Iran from exporting oil. Pakistan has proposed hosting a second round of talks in Islamabad before the two-week ceasefire expires. NBC’s Richard Engel reports for TODAY.
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:22:42 GMT
U.S. military turned back six ships in first 24 hours of Iranian port blockade
During the first 24 hours of the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, American warships issued warnings to six vessels, prompting them to turn around.
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:23:18 GMT
Graphic: Tracking ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has been at a near-standstill for weeks amid the Iran war, sending prices of oil and other key goods soaring.
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:22:43 GMT
New Swalwell accuser speaks out after he resigns from Congress
Lonna Drewes says former Congressman Eric Swalwell drugged, raped and choked her at a California hotel in 2018. After multiple women accused Swalwell of sexual misconduct or assault, he suspended his campaign for governor of California and resigned from Congress. He has denied the allegations. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports.
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:40:12 GMT
NFL reporter Dianna Russini resigns from The Athletic over photos of her with Patriots coach
NFL reporter Dianna Russini resigned from The Athletic less than a week after photos of her and Patriots coach Mike Vrabel at an Arizona hotel drew scrutiny.
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:03:44 GMT