Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again as Israel pounds Lebanon, air defense systems go off in Tehran
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Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz again as air defense systems activated in Tehran and Alborz province, coinciding with intensified Israeli military action in Lebanon. This closure follows less than 24 hours after a ceasefire announcement between the United States, Israel, and Iran, signaling significant instability in the region. The activation of air defenses in Iran suggests a heightened state of alert or a direct threat, despite the declared ceasefire. FRANCE 24 correspondent Reza Sayah noted these events indicate the extreme fragility and complexity surrounding the recent agreement. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global oil transit chokepoint, making its closure a major international concern.
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