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Iran Declares Strait of Hormuz Closed Until Further Notice

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Iran announced on Saturday that it is closing the Strait of Hormuz, stating that no vessels will be allowed to pass until foreign interference ends. The declaration was reported by state-run IRIB News. This action could significantly impact global oil shipments, as the strait is a key transit route.

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The announcement was made via state-run IRIB News.

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Iran said Saturday that it is closing the Strait of Hormuz.

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Iran said Saturday that it’s closing the Strait of Hormuz, saying no vessels will be allowed to pass through until foreign interference ends, according to state-run IRIB News.

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Iran said Saturday that it is closing the Strait of Hormuz.

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No vessels will be allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz until foreign interference ends.

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The announcement was made via state-run IRIB News.

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