Iran says it remains in a state of war and will keep the Strait of Hormuz closed

Iran

First seen: Aug 26, 2026, 12:32 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 26, 2026, 3:31 AM UTC

WHAT HAPPENED

Iran says it remains in a state of war and that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed. The headline indicates a continuing military and shipping disruption.

SO WHAT?

A prolonged closure could disrupt a major global energy and maritime route.

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diariosigloxxi.comes

Irán aclara que su "plan por fases" con Omán sobre Ormuz no implica la apertura inmediata del estrecho

Aug 26, 2026, 3:31 AM UTC

spanish.xinhuanet.comes

Primer ministro qatarí discute marco provisional para Ormuz con cancilleres de Omán e Irán

Aug 26, 2026, 2:02 AM UTC

hispantv.comes

Irán: Seguimos en estado de guerra; Ormuz permanecerá cerrado

Aug 26, 2026, 12:32 AM UTC