Iran’s central military command announces that it has once again closed the vital Strait of Hormuz over Israel’s attacks in Lebanon, describing them as a breach of Tehran’s agreement with the US.
“It is hereby announced that the Strait of Hormuz will be closed to vessel traffic; It is noted that this first step is a response to the enemy’s breach of promise, and if the aggression continues, further steps will be planned and taken to force the enemy to comply with its obligations,” says the Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters in a statement carried by state TV.
IDF reportedly instructed by leaders to ‘hold its fire’ in southern Lebanon; military says it will continue to ‘remove any threat’.
US military says it remains ‘vigilant’ after Iran announces Hormuz closure.
Pakistan says ‘technical-level talks’ between US and Iran to be held tomorrow in Switzerland