Live Updates: Iran says it's closing Strait of Hormuz again as Hezbollah and Israel trade attacks

Live updates

1. 2h ago

   Iran claims Strait of Hormuz closure amid US-Iran talks

   Iran's joint military command says it closed the Strait of Hormuz due to Israeli strikes in Lebanon and US bad faith. The US denies the closure and reports that traffic is flowing. Negotiators from both nations are meeting in Switzerland to discuss an interim deal.

   What's confirmed:

   • Iran's joint military command stated the Strait of Hormuz is closed.
   • The US denies the strait is shuttered and says traffic is flowing.
   • US and Iranian negotiators are meeting in Switzerland.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The US and Qatar plan to funnel an initial $6B to Tehran.
   • The US and Iran are in dispute over whether Tehran agreed to UN nuclear site inspections.
   • Rubio will discuss Iran's missile program and proxy support with Gulf allies.
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2. 2d ago

   Iran Claims Strait of Hormuz Closure as Israel-Hezbollah Fighting Resumes

   Iran says it closed the Strait of Hormuz following Israeli military strikes in Lebanon. The U.S. disputes this claim and states the waterway remains open. Meanwhile, fighting between Israel and Hezbollah persists despite previous ceasefires.

   What's confirmed:

   • Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has reignited.
   • Next-phase talks between the U.S. and Iran have been postponed.
   • Iran's military command stated it closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
   • The U.S. denies the Strait of Hormuz is shut.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Iran accuses the U.S. and Israel of ceasefire violations.
   • A Trump envoy and Iranian minister traveled to Switzerland for talks.
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