Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over US blockade and fires on ships
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz again and fired on ships attempting to pass, in retaliation to the US blockade of its ports. The move threatens to deepen the global energy crisis and push the countries into renewed conflict.
Iran has reversed its reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway for global oil transit, and fired on ships attempting to pass. The move comes after the US pressed ahead with its blockade of Iranian ports. Iran's joint military command said control of the strait has returned to its previous state under strict management and control of the armed forces. Revolutionary Guard gunboats opened fire on a tanker and an unknown projectile hit a container vessel, damaging some containers. The closure threatens to deepen the global energy crisis and push the countries into renewed conflict. The fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran is due to run out by Wednesday, with Pakistani mediators working to arrange another round of direct negotiations.
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