Pakistan, July 15 -- US President Donald Trump has announced the reinstatement of a naval blockade on Iranian ports and warned that additional military strikes could target Iran's energy infrastructure unless Tehran returns to negotiations.

According to US officials, the blockade was reimposed after Iran allegedly carried out attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The United States also confirmed a new round of military strikes aimed at reducing Iran's capabilities to threaten maritime traffic in the strategic waterway.

In an interview with Fox News, President Trump said the United States could target Iranian power plants, bridges and energy facilities if diplomatic efforts fail. He added that military action could be a...