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Iran declares Strait of Hormuz closed amid rising US tensions
Published 11 July 2026 · world
Iran's Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) have declared the Strait of Hormuz closed until further notice, after firing a warning shot at a commercial vessel they said
Iran's Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) have declared the Strait of Hormuz closed until further notice, after firing a warning shot at a commercial vessel they said was using an unapproved route.
The IRGC said no ships would be permitted to pass through the strategic waterway until what it called the end of US interference in the region. The move comes after recent attacks on commercial shipping and rising tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Al Jazeera's correspondents report from Tehran and speak with analysts about the potential impact on regional security, maritime traffic, and ongoing diplomatic efforts. Find us
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Published: July 12, 2026 • 4:59 AM IST · Updated: July 12, 2026 • 5:39 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Iran's Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) have declared the Strait of Hormuz closed until further notice, after firing a warning shot at a commercial vessel they said was using an unapproved route.
The IRGC said no ships would be permitted to pass through the strategic waterway until what it called the end of US interference in the region.
The move comes after recent attacks on commercial shipping and rising tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Al Jazeera's correspondents report from Tehran and speak with analysts about the potential impact on regional security, maritime traffic, and ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App
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