US Signals Readiness for Prolonged Iran Standoff as Port Blockade Could Continue Indefinitely

US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz has reportedly said Washington is prepared for a prolonged confrontation with Iran and can maintain its blockade of Iranian ports for the foreseeable future, according to the Financial Times.
The comments suggest that restrictions on Iranian maritime trade could remain in place even without an immediate diplomatic resolution.
A sustained blockade could further constrain Iranian oil exports, disrupt tanker movements and increase uncertainty across global energy markets.
However, the duration and effectiveness of the blockade remain uncertain. Its impact on crude prices will depend on actual export disruptions, alternative supply availability and whether tensions escalate or diplomatic negotiations resume.