US signals indefinite economic siege of Iran amid ongoing conflict

The United States has indicated its intention to maintain an indefinite economic blockade of Iranian ports, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stating the Navy can sustain rotations in the region as long as needed. This move, coupled with threats of new economic measures from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, signals a prolonged campaign of economic isolation against Iran, intensifying the ongoing conflict and impacting global oil prices and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.