Iran says Hormuz closed as CENTCOM denies blockade (opens in new tab)

Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters announced June 11 that the Strait of Hormuz was closed to all vessels, including oil tankers and commercial ships, after renewed U.S. strikes on Iranian targets near the Gulf; Iranian military statements warned that ships attempting passage would be targeted. The IRGC said the closure took effect immediately, citing insecurity in the region after U.S. attacks on southern Iran. U.S. Central Command rejected Iran’s assertion, saying commercial ships ...