Tehran shuts Hormuz again as Iranian gunboats fire on tanker
--------------------------------------------------------------------
Source: Politico
Published: 2026-04-18 22:56 UTC+10:00
Section: Americas
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Defence, Middle East, Europe, Military & Defence, Natural Disasters, Iran, Elections, War & Conflict
--------------------------------------------------------------------
Snippet:
Iran's military reimposed strict control over the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, demanding that the U.S. must lift its blockade of Iranian ports before the vital waterway is opened again, a spokesperson for the joint military command said.
--------------------------------------------------------------------