Iranian media reports say the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, adding fresh uncertainty to regional tensions and global energy markets.
Tehran: Iran's state-affiliated Fars News Agency reported on Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy is not issuing permits for vessels to pass through the strategic waterway until further notice.
According to Iranian military sources cited by Fars, the move is a response to what Tehran describes as a breach of commitments by the United States and Israel. Officials warned that additional measures could follow if what they call continued aggression persists.
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The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most important maritime chokepoints, handling a significant share of global oil and gas shipments. Any disruption to traffic through the waterway has the potential to affect international energy markets.
While Iranian authorities maintain that the strait is closed, US officials dispute that claim.
The US Central Command said commercial shipping continues to move through the area and that American forces are monitoring the waterway to ensure freedom of navigation. US officials stated that dozens of merchant vessels had recently passed through the strait despite Iran's announcement.
The latest development comes as Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi met Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis in Switzerland for diplomatic discussions amid ongoing regional tensions.
Iranian officials have continued to criticise Israel's actions in Lebanon and Gaza, with Tehran linking the Strait of Hormuz dispute to broader regional conflicts.
The status of the Strait of Hormuz remains closely watched by governments, shipping companies and energy markets worldwide. While Iran insists the route is closed, Western officials say maritime traffic is still moving through the passage, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the situation.
Published: 21 Jun 2026, 03:13 pm IST
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