Strait Gets Gridlocked - April 22, 2026

Dozens of Iranian-linked tankers reportedly bypass the U.S. blockade despite Donald Trump calling it a “tremendous success,” undercutting the administration’s narrative as tensions persist. New allegations surface of an Israeli-linked influence campaign using AI-generated “victims” to push for regime change in Iran, while the DOJ faces explosive claims involving payments tied to extremist groups.

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