PoliticsTrump says he will deliver ‘speech to the nation’ Thursday as Iran tensions escalate

US President Donald Trump said Monday that he plans to address the nation in prime time on Thursday, while leaving the subject undisclosed. The announcement followed his earlier statement that the United States would restore a naval blockade against Iran. Trump also said ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz would face a 20% fee. His remarks came as tensions involving Iran continued to rise.

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