US blockade could be long-term given Iranian resilience: expert | ABC NEWS

The US Navy has begun enforcing its blockade on Iranian-linked vessels in the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman, and turning back at least two vessels.
Tehran has rejected US terms for a ceasefire deal in the Middle East, as peace negotiations between US Vice-President JD Vance and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi broke down in Pakistan.
Deakin University’s Claudio Bozzi says Iran is resilient against US pressure, but the blockade will take its toll on the civilian population.

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