blockaded

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The Strait of Hormuz, which normally carries one-fifth of global oil output, remains largely blockaded as a stop-start US-Iran peace process unfolds, dealing a blow to Gulf exporters and sending energy prices soaring.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Roads leading to La Paz continue to be blockaded by the protesters, causing shortages of food, medicine and fuel.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Only 40% of Iran’s trade can be redirected away from blockaded ports, the Iranian Shipping Association said Thursday via the Fars news agency, which is affiliated with Iran’s security services.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Protesters also blockaded fuel sites in Cork, Limerick and Galway.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

The 101st Long Range Air Regiment, as well as bombing, helped bring supplies by air to the blockaded and starving city of Leningrad.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein