Iran says Strait of Hormuz will be closed over Israel attacks on Lebanon
Summary
Iran's military has announced it is closing the Strait of Hormuz again in response to Israel's attacks on southern Lebanon. The closure is a reaction to what Iran calls a violation of an agreement with the US to stop fighting, especially in Lebanon, after a recent ceasefire attempt between Israel and the Hezbollah group.Key Facts
- Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy warned ships to avoid the Strait of Hormuz, or their safety will be at risk.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a key channel for about 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas shipments.
- Iran refers to a US-Iran agreement that requires an end to military actions, including those in Lebanon.
- Israeli airstrikes killed about two dozen people in southern Lebanon after a ceasefire was declared.
- Iran accuses both Israel and the US of breaking the deal by continuing military operations.
- The US Central Command said shipping through the strait was still safe and increased on Saturday.
- Israel insists it will keep fighting Hezbollah if it faces threats, despite the ceasefire.
- Talks between the US and Iran are planned in Switzerland to try to enforce the agreements.
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