According to a report by The Times of Israel on Sunday, June 21, 2026, no ships have been authorised to cross the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, according to a military source who spoke to an Iranian news agency.
According to Fars news agency in Iran, which cited a military source, the Revolutionary Guards Navy has not given permission for any ships to cross the strait “until further notice,” meaning that maritime mobility is still restricted in the area.
Following a time of increased tensions among Iran, the US, and Israel, and continuing regional security events associated with military action in Lebanon, this update is issued.
The press release states that the US and Iran had previously agreed to a 60-day truce in order to facilitate peace talks. But following recent events in the region, the Iranian government hardened its stance.
According to reports, following Israeli raids on Hezbollah locations in Lebanon yesterday, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps proclaimed the Strait of Hormuz blocked.
Various perspectives on the situation of commercial shipping have arisen since the closure announcement, which signified a notable tightening of maritime regulations.
Commercial vessels were still operating in the vicinity, according to the US Navy, thus shipping activity was likely not completely stopped, even if the proclamation was made.
The Israeli government said that the strikes were necessary because Hezbollah had broken the terms of a truce. Retaliation was triggered, according to Israeli officials, because the organization had regularly targeted members of the Israel Defence Forces.
Conflicts in the region often center on the Strait of Hormuz because of its strategic importance as a conduit for international trade and energy. New information has increased the already high level of uncertainty surrounding maritime activities in the Gulf area.
Neither the anticipated duration of the shutdown nor the circumstances under which transit authorisation would be reinstated were disclosed by the Fars news agency.
There have been conflicting reports regarding marine activities and security circumstances in the channel, and the situation is still developing amid opposing statements from regional and international organisations. Up until further notice, the Revolutionary Guards Navy will retain its stance that restrictions will remain in effect.