Iran closes Strait of Hormuz. US launches new strikes.
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The Iranian navy announced it has closed the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments. The move came after Iranian forces fired on a vessel that was traveling through what Tehran called an "unapproved route."
In response, the United States launched a third round of airstrikes against Iran this week. The strikes mark a significant escalation in tensions between the two countries.
The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow channel connecting the Persian Gulf to the open ocean. About 20% of the world's oil passes through it. A closure threatens global energy supplies and shipping.