Trump announces Task Force Iron Gate in full force in Iran, aiming to blockade Iran's land borders (Truth Social).

Trump announced via Truth Social that Task Force Iron Gate is in full force and effect, aiming to blockade Iran's land borders alongside a naval blockade. The task force, roughly 20 personnel under U.S. Central Command, is tasked with disrupting shipments of advanced weapons, dual-use technology and sanctioned goods across Iran's land borders and the Caspian Sea.

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7 Nov 2026 · 13:44 UTC

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8 Nov 2026 · 20:50 UTC

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