Iran closes Strait of Hormuz despite ceasefire after continued Israeli strikes in Lebanon

Iran has closed the strait of Hormuz – citing alleged ⁠violations of a ceasefire agreement ​by the US ‌and Israel. Tehran said the closure was the "first step" in response ​to what it described ​as breaches ​of commitments regarding the continuing clashes in Lebanon - and warned ​that further measures would be taken if "aggression" continued. Details and analysis by FRANCE 24 international affairs editor Kethevane Gorjestani, and FRANCE 24 correspondent in Tehran, Reza Sayah.

Localisation: Tehran, Iran, Middle East
Source: France 24
Categorie: security
Date: Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:26:41 GMT