Strait of Hormuz closed again

The standoff over the Strait of Hormuz has intensified after Iran reimposed restrictions on the vital shipping waterway, effectively shutting down a primary energy route for global oil supplies.

President Donald Trump has accused Tehran of attempting to 'blackmail' the United States, while Iranian officials maintain that the closure is a direct response to the ongoing naval blockade of their ports.

The situation has become increasingly volatile with reports of Iranian forces firing on merchant ships, leading to international condemnation and a surge in fuel costs.

As the two-week ceasefire nears its expiration, diplomatic efforts remain strained with both sides exchanging warnings of renewed military conflict.