Iran says it’s closing Strait of Hormuz over deadly Israeli attacks on Lebanon

The Iranian central military command says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz over Israel’s attacks on southern Lebanon, describing them as a breach of Iran’s agreement with the US.

The statement began with a Quranic verse explaining the need to fight anti-religion forces who break their promises.

“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,” the Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters said in a statement carried by state TV.

The Iran-US MoU, signed by presidents of the two countries early on Wednesday, was aimed at permanently ending the US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran, which began in late February and was halted by a ceasefire in early April.

The 14-article MoU requires Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key conduit for global energy flows, provided that the US and its allies completely end their aggression against Iran and its regional allies.