U.S. to instate Strait blockade. And, states sue to stop Paramount-Warner Bros merger
President Trump has announced a new blockade on Iranian shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, including a 20% toll on cargo. Meanwhile, a dozen states are suing to block the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, citing antitrust concerns.
Why it matters
The blockade threatens global oil supply chains, while the antitrust lawsuit could significantly reshape the U.S. media and entertainment landscape.
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