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May 18, 2026 at 5:04 PM ET
Iran forms Persian Gulf Strait Authority to manage Hormuz
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Iran’s Supreme National Security Council announced a new body, the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, to manage Strait of Hormuz operations.
WHO: Iran’s Supreme National Security Council
WHAT: Announced the formation of the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) to manage Strait of Hormuz operations and provide real-time updates.
WHEN: May 18, 2026 at 2:21 PM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: The council announced the new authority to manage Strait of Hormuz operations and provide real-time updates.
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