Iran announces closure of Strait of Hormuz; commercial traffic and enforcement claims conflict
Iran's central military command announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to vessel traffic, stating it is a response to Israeli attacks on Lebanon. Accounts differ on whether commercial ships are still passing through. Iranian media reported that two vessels were hit for attempting to pass through the strait, while other sources say commercial traffic continues. The United States Central Cmd.
Iran's central military command announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to vessel traffic, stating the move is a response to Israeli attacks on Lebanon. According to Press TV, Iran also said the closure is due to violations of a memorandum of understanding between Iran and the US. The NY Post reported that Iran cited the ongoing presence of US forces in the region as another reason. Bluesky reported that Iran said any vessel attempting to pass through the strait will be targeted or shot at. The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial maritime route through which 20 percent of global oil and natural gas is shipped in peacetime, according to Al Jazeera.
Accounts differ on whether the closure is being enforced. While Iran's announcement implies no traffic is permitted, other sources report that commercial ships continue to pass through the strait. Iranian media reported that two vessels were hit for attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. Fakti.bg reported that the US Central Command said US forces carried out self-defense strikes on Iran on June 10, and that no US warships were hit in the Strait of Hormuz.
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