Iranian Regime Declares Strait of Hormuz Closed, US Says Shipping Flows Uninterrupted (opens original article in a new tab)

Iran claimed to close the Strait of Hormuz to all shipping, while the US reported continued commercial traffic through the waterway.

• Iran's IRGC Navy declared Strait of Hormuz closed to all maritime traffic
• US Central Command stated commercial shipping through the strait remained uninterrupted
• US forces are present to ensure adherence to agreements with Iran