Iran Says Shipping Blockade in Strait of Hormuz

Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is closed. The U.S. military says it is open to ships. This causes problems in the Middle East.

The Iranian government claims that the Strait of Hormuz is blocked. The U.S. military disagrees, stating the waterway is open for commercial ships. They say many ships have used the lane recently. This disagreement shows tension in the Middle East. It could affect trade around the world.

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