The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps' navy announced on July 12, 2026, that it has closed the Strait of Hormuz after several vessels attempted to transit the waterway. According to a statement posted on Telegram, a warning shot fired at the vessels struck and halted one ship. The statement indicated that the closure would remain in effect until further notice and until the end of U.S. interventions in the region. It also warned that any new acts of aggression would be met with a severe response, targeting enemy bases in the region.
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Iran announces closure of Strait of Hormuz until further notice
On July 12, 2026, Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps' navy declared the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, citing attempts by vessels to pass through. The closure will remain until further notice, with warnings of severe responses to any acts of aggression.
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