Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz again, as ceasefire nears its end ^22.9%

NPR - By NPR Staff - 4/18/2026, 9:15 AM

Post Hoc (False Cause) 21% - Negativity Bias 15.6% - Appeal to Emotion 10.5%

Iran said Saturday it had reinstated control of the Strait of Hormuz, and was reversing course on its decision to reopen the critical waterway until the United States completely lifts its blockade of Iranian ports. The announcement came the morning after President Donald Trump had said the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports will remain and... more

Fear, defiance, and anger: Iranians describe life under bombardment ^84.6%

NPR - By Emily Feng - 3/19/2026, 2:01 PM

In messages to NPR, Tehran residents describe largely deserted streets roamed by paramilitary officials and vigilantes. They say security forces are banning gatherings for Nowruz, the Persian new year, this week. A total telecommunications blackout in Iran means most internet and phone lines remain cut, ever since mass anti-government... more