March 16, 2026

Iran Says Strait Is Closed Only to ‘Enemies,’ But Lloyd’s Says Attacks Show No Clear Pattern

Sixteen non-Iranian vessels have been hit in the Persian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz, and the Gulf of Oman since the start of the Iran War on Feb. 28.

Iran Says Strait Is Closed Only to ‘Enemies,’ But Lloyd’s Says Attacks Show No Clear Pattern

TL;DR

  • Iran's foreign minister stated the Strait of Hormuz is closed to the U.S., Israel, and their allies.
  • The waterway is open to other countries, according to Iran's foreign minister.
  • These comments were made after U.S. President Donald Trump called for a coalition to patrol the strait.
  • The U.S. president's call was in response to attacks on vessels in the region.

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