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Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz Following Israeli Strikes in Lebanon

Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, which it claims violate a recent US-Iran agreement. The announcement was made on June 20, 2026.

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Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, which it claims violate a recent US-Iran agreement. The announcement was made on June 20, 2026.

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Iran says Strait of Hormuz shut as US-Iran talks set for Sunday in Switzerland

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Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz Following Israeli Strikes in Lebanon