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Iran Says the Strait of Hormuz Is Closed Again
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they were closing the Strait of Hormuz until the U.S. blockade was lifted. Two Indian-flagged ships reported being hit as they tried to cross the passage.
It’s going actually along very well and we’ll see. But we’ll have some information by the end of the day. We’re talking to them. And, we’re taking a tough stand.
Iran Says the Strait of Hormuz Is Closed Again
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they were closing the Strait of Hormuz until the U.S. blockade was lifted. Two Indian-flagged ships reported being hit as they tried to cross the passage.By McKinnon de Kuyper
April 18, 2026
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