Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:59pm on 20 Jun 2026,Saturday International
Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, accusing Israel and the United States of violating a recent ceasefire agreement. Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters said the move was the “first step” in response to what it called breaches of commitments and warned that further action could follow if attacks continue. The announcement came after Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon reportedly killed at least 16 people, including two children. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes, and any disruption there could raise concerns about global energy supplies and regional stability. (PC: HT)
