US Strikes Iran; Tehran Announces Closure of Hormuz Strait, Warns of Military Response

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||Parvinder Singh June 11,2026||

Tehran/Washington: Tensions in the Middle East escalated sharply after the United States launched strikes against Iran, prompting Tehran to declare the closure of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz to all maritime traffic.

Iranian officials said the move was a direct response to the US military action, warning that any vessel attempting to transit the waterway would be considered a potential target. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical energy corridors, through which a significant share of global oil and gas supplies passes.

According to Iran’s state news agency, citing an informed source, there has been no communication between Iranian authorities and US President Donald Trump. The source rejected reports of diplomatic engagement and stated that Iran is preparing a military response to what it described as “ongoing attacks.”

Tehran also warned that the latest US actions have severely undermined prospects for diplomacy, pushing negotiations and de-escalation efforts further out of reach. Iranian officials accused Washington of increasing regional instability and vowed to defend the country’s interests.

The developments have heightened concerns over regional security and the potential impact on global energy markets, with international observers closely monitoring the situation for signs of further escalation.

No immediate response has been issued by US authorities regarding Iran’s announcement on the Strait of Hormuz or Tehran’s latest military warnings.