Iran's top joint military command has announced the closure of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz following recent US military strikes against the country.
In a statement released early Thursday, Iranian military authorities declared that all maritime traffic through the waterway, including oil tankers and commercial vessels, would be prohibited until further notice. The command warned that any ship attempting to transit the strait could face military action.
The announcement marks a significant escalation in tensions between Iran and the United States, which have exchanged military strikes in recent days despite efforts to maintain a fragile ceasefire.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints, serving as a major route for global oil and natural gas exports. A substantial portion of the world's energy supplies passes through the narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to international markets.
Security analysts have warned that any prolonged disruption to shipping through the strait could have major consequences for global energy prices, international trade, and regional stability.
The latest development follows renewed military confrontations between Washington and Tehran, with both sides accusing each other of violating ceasefire arrangements and escalating hostilities across the region.
International observers are closely monitoring the situation amid growing concerns that further escalation could threaten maritime security and disrupt global supply chains.
Governments and shipping companies operating in the Gulf region are expected to assess the impact of Iran's announcement as uncertainty continues to surround navigation through one of the world's busiest energy corridors.
No immediate international response to the closure announcement was reported, while tensions in the Middle East remain at a heightened level.
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