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Iran announces closure of Strait of Hormuz after US attacks

AL-MONITOR
Jun 10, 2026
Strait of Hormuz map is seen in this illustration taken April 15, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration
Strait of Hormuz map is seen in this illustration taken April 15, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration — Dado Ruvic

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 will attempt passage will be shot at.

(Reporting by Menna Alaa El Din, Ahmed Tolba and Yomna Ehab; Editing by Chris Reese)