TEHRAN - Iran’s central military command announced Saturday the closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz to all vessel traffic. The Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters declared this action a direct response to Israel’s recent attacks on southern Lebanon, which Tehran asserts violate terms of its agreement with the United States.
In a statement broadcast on state television, military officials characterized the blockade as an initial measure to enforce compliance. Commanders warned that if aggression continues, further steps will be implemented to compel adherence to international obligations. This escalation significantly threatens global energy transit routes and marks a critical deterioration in regional stability following renewed hostilities.