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Iran says Strait of Hormuz is closed to vessels without its permission

Reports indicate Iran claims full control of the Strait of Hormuz and says the waterway is closed to vessels lacking Iranian permission. Iran is also reportedly preparing conditions for reopening the strait.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Aug 29, 2026, 8:58 PM UTC.

Why it matters

A sustained or enforced restriction in Hormuz could disrupt global shipping and energy supplies through a vital trade corridor.

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Iran naghahanda ng kondisyon para tuluyang mabuksan ang Strait of Hormuz ↗bomboradyo.com · Recorded source date: Aug 29, 2026, 5:01 PM UTC

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Iranian adviser says Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until Trump and Netanyahu leave office

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