Iran Announces Strait of Hormuz Closure; U.S. Military Disputes Claim

Iran's military command has declared the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, citing alleged Israeli violations in Lebanon, according to state media. However, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has denied this assertion, stating that commercial shipping continues unimpeded. U.S. forces are reportedly monitoring the situation to ensure the ongoing flow of traffic through the critical waterway.