Iran closes Strait of Hormuz as Trump threatens tolls over nuclear deal
Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions due to Israeli attacks in Lebanon. U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to impose tolls on the critical waterway if a nuclear deal is not reached within 60 days. U.S. Central Command stated that maritime traffic continues as they monitor the situation closely.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 20:46 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 20:50 UTC
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