Iran Announces Closure of Strait of Hormuz Over Treaty Violations
The Iranian military command ordered the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on June 20, 2026, citing a breach of the recently signed U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Tehran accused Israel of violating the agreement through continued military operations in Lebanon and failing to withdraw from southern territory. The IRGC Navy issued warnings that any vessels approaching the strait would be at risk, potentially disrupting the flow of 17 million barrels of oil daily to global markets.
Date: June 20, 2026
Location: Iran
Conflict: US-Iran Conflict
Category: naval
Severity: CRITICAL
Source: The Jerusalem Post