Is Strait of Hormuz closed again? Iran halts traffic after Israel hits Lebanon

The ceasefire between the United States and Iran has come under immediate pressure after Israeli strikes on Beirut and Iran’s move to restrict shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Thousands of vessels remain stranded as Tehran links reopening of the key route to the outcome of peace talks. The situation raises concerns over the stability of the fragile agreement.

New Delhi: The ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran faced fresh uncertainty within hours of its announcement on Wednesday. The situation escalated after Israeli strikes on Lebanon and Iran’s decision to restrict ship movement through the Strait of Hormuz.

According to Fars News Agency, oil tankers attempting to pass through the strategic waterway were stopped following Israeli attacks on Beirut. The........

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