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Strait of Hormuz threat level raised to 'severe'

Iran warned it will target ships that do not use a northern route approved by Tehran.
WHO: Iran's military
WHAT: Raised the threat level to 'severe' and warned it will target ships not using a northern route approved by Tehran.
WHEN: Jul 7, 2026 at 4:39 PM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.

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