After the latest strikes by the U.S., Iran has decided, as reported by TASS, to close the Strait of Hormuz to all traffic.
This apparently includes countries previously allowed through, such as India, China, and Russia. The decision was announced by the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters of the Iranian Armed Forces.
They added that Tehran would give “a firm” and “devastating” response to any aggression from the U.S. military.
The Navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reported that it had struck two ships trying to pass through the strait.
They warned all vessels in the region that any movement toward the strait would be regarded as collaboration with the adversary.
Later, Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority asked friendly nations to stand by for further developments. It posted on X:
“Due to tensions caused by the aggressive US forces and the recent announcement issued by Iranian Armed Forces, the Hormuz Strait will be completely closed. Applicants who have already obtained transit permits are kindly requested to remain patient and await further notice by the PGSA.”
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) initial response was to assert: “Commercial ships are continuing to transit in and out of the Strait of Hormuz.”
