Iran says it has closed Hormuz again over US blockade - WDBO
Iran has reversed course on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and fired on a tanker attempting to pass the waterway
www.wdbo.comHere’s what’s happening right now with the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. blockade, based on the latest reporting.
- Iran has periodically reopened and then closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to the U.S. blockade, leading to short-lived resurgences of traffic and then renewed restrictions.[2][3][6]
- The U.S. military says it has forced ships to turn back near the Strait as part of enforcing the blockade, with reports of dozens of vessels affected since the measure began in mid-April 2026.[3][2]
- The situation has included exchanges of statements between Tehran and Washington, with Iran characterizing the blockade as a violation of a ceasefire and signaling it would maintain control until perceived conditions are met.[6][3]
Key links for ongoing updates:
- The latest developments and specific incidents as they happened, including Iran’s responses and U.S. enforcement details: The Latest: Iran threatens to respond after US Navy seizes Iranian-flagged ship [AP/WRAL summary].[1]
- Live reporting and timelines on Iran’s actions and the U.S. blockade enforcement, including vessel turn-backs and jurisdictional control: Iran fires on ships in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran imposes blockade [Durango Herald].[2]
Illustration of the current state:
- The Strait has swung between open passage and restricted transit within days, while the blockade remains in effect and maritime traffic is highly sensitive to new statements from either side.[3][2]
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