Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:50pm on 22 Mar 2026,Sunday International
Iran has announced that commercial shipping can continue through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, but vessels linked to “enemy” nations—primarily the United States and Israel—will be denied passage. The statement comes after U.S. President Donald Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum warning of strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure if the waterway is not fully reopened. Tehran maintains it is not fully blocking global trade, but selectively restricting access amid escalating conflict. The Strait, which handles nearly 20% of global oil shipments, remains a critical flashpoint, with rising tensions fueling fears of supply disruptions and a wider regional crisis. (PC: X)
