Event Brief
Iran says it will close Strait of Hormuz to tankers
Filed: Jun 20, 2026 at 10:04 AM ET
Summary: Iran’s military command says it will close the Strait of Hormuz after alleged ceasefire violations by the US and Israel.
WHO: Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters
WHAT: Iran said it will close the Strait of Hormuz to tankers and warned of further measures if aggression continues.
WHEN: Jun 20, 2026 at 9:31 AM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: Tehran cited alleged ceasefire violations by the US and Israel as the trigger for the closure.
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