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Iran has once again sealed off the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz on Friday, just days after signing a memorandum of understanding with the United States.
Instead of proceeding with scheduled nuclear negotiations in Switzerland, Tehran cited unresolved demands including Israel’s continued presence in Lebanon and the ongoing stationing of American forces in the region.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) delivered the announcement via maritime radio channels, declaring the United States in violation of the recent agreement signed Wednesday by President Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
“Since Israel’s withdrawal from Lebanon, the complete lifting of the naval blockade, and the withdrawal of American terrorist forces from the Persian Gulf and the region are among the main conditions of the agreement between Iran and the United States, the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until these conditions are met,” the IRGC stated.
“All ships are requested, for the sake of their security and safety, not to approach the Strait of Hormuz. Any vessel that defies this directive will be targeted.”
US Central Command confirmed Thursday that it had formally lifted its two-month blockade on Iranian ports. However, Iranian officials claimed the removal was not complete, leaving unclear precisely what additional steps Tehran was demanding.
The IRGC’s dramatic move came hours after the first round of US-Iran nuclear talks—facilitated by the new memorandum—was abruptly called off. The United States has not publicly explained the postponement.
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant portion of the world’s oil supply passes, raises immediate concerns about potential disruptions to global energy markets and maritime security in the Persian Gulf. Tensions remain high amid broader regional conflicts, including Israel’s operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
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