Iran threatens to close the Strait of Hormuz again if the US blockade on its ports continues
Under the warning that "if the blockade continues, the Strait of Hormuz will not remain open," the speaker of the Iranian parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, threatened on Saturday, April 18, to close this vital maritime passage again, through which one-fifth of the world's crude oil and liquefied natural gas circulates.
TL;DR
- Iran's parliament speaker threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz if a US blockade on its ports continues.
- This threat comes after the strait was reopened and amid a confirmed ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel.
- Iran considers the US actions a violation of the ceasefire and warns of retaliation if US warships intercept Iranian vessels.
- US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about ongoing dialogues with Iran, calling it a 'GREAT AND BRIGHT' day.
- Disagreements persist over nuclear disarmament, with Iran refuting Trump's claim that it agreed to hand over its enriched uranium.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime passage for a significant portion of the world's crude oil and liquefied natural gas.