Strait of Hormuz completely closed again, Iran says in VHF message to ships

Apr 18, 2026, 16:20 GMT+1

"Attention all ships, regarding the failure ⁠of the US government to fulfil its commitment in the negotiation, Iran declares the Strait of Hormuz completely closed again. No vessel of any type or nationality is allowed ⁠to pass through the Strait of Hormuz," Iran's military said in a VHF message to ship masters, according to Reuters.

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