Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over US blockade of its ports
Summary
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz again, saying it is a response to a U.S. blockade of its ports. The closure affects an important waterway where about 20% of the world's oil passes, and Iran's military said it is controlling the strait until the U.S. ends its blockade.Key Facts
- Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to a U.S. blockade of its ports.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for about 20% of the world’s oil shipments.
- Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said they are tightly controlling the strait.
- Iranian gunboats reportedly fired at a merchant ship trying to pass through.
- Earlier, a 10-day ceasefire ended hostilities between Israel and Lebanon, allowing some ships to pass temporarily.
- President Donald Trump said the U.S. might resume attacks on Iran unless a deal is reached.
- Ships have been hesitant or turning back due to unclear and conflicting reports about the strait’s status.
- Iran demands security guarantees, sanctions relief, and issues related to its nuclear program before resuming normal activity.
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