US begins blockade of Iran's ports, Tehran threatens retaliation
Nikkei Asia • 4/12/2026 – 4/14/2026
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
15h
Age
22
Sources
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Hours Since Seen
Final Score46/100
CategoryBreaking
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier90% (0.5^7/48)
Hero EligibleYes
Story Timeline
- 2026-04-12
- 2026-04-13US begins blockade of Iran's ports, Tehran threatens retaliation (current)
- 2026-04-14
Score BreakdownRisk 45
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (4/20 pts)
Consensus: Strong consensus: 22 independent sources
Age: Breaking news - too recent to assess longevity
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