Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, citing Israeli actions in Lebanon, a move that has plunged a new US-Iran deal into crisis. The agreement aimed to freeze multiple conflicts, including Lebanon, in exchange for sanctions relief. Iran's actions suggest a strategy of exerting pressure for concessions rather than abandoning the deal, with Lebanon's stability now crucial for the pact's survival.

Iran re-shut the Strait of Hormuz Friday, citing US regional military presence and Israel's actions in Lebanon, despite a recent memorandum signed by both nations' leaders.

TEHRAN/JERUSALEM -- Iran's main military command Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters announced Saturday the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, citing US "breach" of the…

Iran said that Israel's attacks on Lebanon were a breach of the terms of its agreement with the US.