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Iran Seals Hormuz Strait from Arabian Sea, Navy Commander Announces

|Hormuz Strait, Iran|1 independent sources

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Iran’s navy commander announced the closure of the Hormuz Strait from the Arabian Sea, citing security concerns.

The decision, made by the Iranian Navy, will restrict maritime traffic through the strategic waterway, which is a critical route for global oil shipments.

The announcement comes amid heightened tensions in the region, though no specific incidents were cited as the trigger for the closure.

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