VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-31
“the continuation of the blockade, or the economic 'warfare' being used to try to pressure Iran.”
Ian Ralby · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-31
Ralby said the strike was unlikely to alter the blockade or economic warfare against Iran.
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