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Japan-owned tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz

Iran has effectively closed the strait, impacting global fuel supplies and energy prices.
WHO: Iran
WHAT: Closure of the Strait of Hormuz
WHEN: Apr 6, 2026 at 2:28 AM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: Iran has effectively closed the strait, a critical route for global crude oil and gas.
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