World · 12 August 2026

Iran says Strait of Hormuz will stay shut until US ends war

Iran is holding the Strait of Hormuz closed, saying America must end the war and blockade before it reopens. Mohsen Rezaee, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, stated the strait won't reopen until the US agrees to terms. President Trump previously rejected Iran’s conditions, including full payment for war damage.

By BriefTea Editorial · 12 August 2026 at 3:06

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