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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over US blockade of its ports

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Where
Iran & Israel
25.00° N, 55.00° E
Source
aljazeera.com
www.aljazeera.com
Region
Iran & Israel
April 18, 2026
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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over US blockade of its ports
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Iranian gunboats have reportedly opened fire on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz as part of their response to the US blockade of Iranian ports. This incident indicates an ongoing military confrontation in the region.

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