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The World in Brief from The Economist

Trump reinstates Iran blockade; American states sue over Warner Bros-Paramount deal, and more

Donald Trump said America will reinstate its naval blockade of Iran, and insisted the Strait of Hormuz will remain open despite Iranian attacks on ships; Twelve American states sued to block Paramount’s $111bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, arguing it will give Paramount too much control over film distribution, reducing competition and raising prices.

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