Iran announces closure of Strait of Hormuz amid Lebanon tensions (opens original article in a new tab)

Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, accusing the US of failing to prevent Israeli attacks in Lebanon, while the US reported no immediate closure and noted continued ship traffic.

• Iran announced closure of Strait of Hormuz, accusing US of failing to prevent Israeli attacks in Lebanon
• US military reported no observed movements indicating imminent closure, with 55 ships transiting the strait
• Iran cited US 'bad faith' and failure to implement ceasefire commitments as reasons for the closure