How would blocking the Strait of Hormuz work for Trump?

Most vessels have been stagnant since the war broke out (Picture: Marine Traffic)

‘I am not sure the Trump administration has really thought through how internationalised this waterway is and how many different flag states the US would have to deal with.’

The ceasefire agreement between Iran and the US is hanging in the balance after Donald Trump vowed to impose a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz beginning today.

The US President said he would begin the blockade soon, with Iran threatening retaliation as both sides blame each other for the failure of the ceasefire agreement.

The vita...