Iran recloses Strait of Hormuz after Israeli attacks on Lebanon

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Tehran warns of 'further steps being taken', as Israel launches wave of strikes across southern Lebanon Vessels are seen anchored in Bandar Abbas along the Strait of Hormuz in a picture obtained on 18 June 2026 (AFP/Isna) Off Iran announced that it had once again closed the Strait of Hormuz over Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon, according to a military command statement carried by state media. “It is hereby announced that the Strait of Hormuz will be closed to vessel traffic,” the Khatam-al A