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‘The Blockade is Genius’, Midterm Madness, Afghan Women’s Soccer Win and more
CNN 5 Things
Apr 30, 2026

The US blockade of Iranian ports continues as President Donald Trump weighs other options to pressure Iran into a deal. New Commerce Department data shows inflation is heating up. Governors in Maine and Louisiana are making moves that are shaking up the midterms. Concerns are growing over the status of the group responsible for overseeing election security. Plus, FIFA has made a historic decision involving the Afghan women’s soccer team.