Tehran’s move to shut strategic chokepoint escalates confrontation with Washington

The US has launched airstrikes against Iran after blaming Tehran for the crash of the American attack helicopter. Follow our live coverage.

June 11 (Reuters) - Iran's top joint military command announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, including oil tankers and commercial ships, saying any vessel that…

Iran announced it was closing the Strait of Hormuz after the United States launched strikes on "multiple targets" on Wednesday evening.

FILE PHOTO: Ships and tankers in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Musandam, Oman, April 18, 2026. [Photo/Agencies]