Iran to close Strait of Hormuz due to US-Israeli ceasefire violations in Lebanon, state media reports
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Iran plans to close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil and liquefied natural gas supply, to maritime traffic. State media reported on Saturday that this decision is a response to Israeli strikes in Lebanon. The Khatam Al-Anbiya military command accused the United States and Israel of violating a ceasefire agreement, specifically citing breaches of commitments related to Lebanon. The command described this closure as an initial response, warning of further actions if aggression continues. Earlier on Saturday, Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon reportedly killed at least 16 people, including two children. These events threaten a recently signed US-Iran agreement aimed at ending hostilities on all fronts. This memorandum of understanding, signed by the presidents of the US and Iran, included provisions for restoring shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and called for the immediate and permanent termination of military operations, including in Lebanon. Khatam Al-Anbiya cited continuous Israeli violations of the ceasefire in southern Lebanon, leading to casualties and displacement, as well as the continued presence of Israeli forces in Lebanese territory.
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