Hormuz Blockade Draws Global Backlash as Macron Pushes for New Iran Talks

The U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is drawing sharp international backlash, with China calling it 'dangerous and irresponsible' and French President Macron urgently pressing both sides to restart negotiations. Military analysts warn the blockade poses enormous logistical and legal challenges for U.S. commanders maintaining operations in hostile waters. Fresh talks could begin as early as this week as pressure mounts from allies and adversaries alike to find a diplomatic off-ramp before the economic fallout deepens.