The Strait of Hormuz has been closed for the passage of ships.
Oxu.Az reports citing Reuters that this was announced by Iran's Supreme Joint Military Command.
It was noted that any vessel attempting to cross the strait will be attacked. Measures also apply to oil tankers and other commercial ships.
Recall that the US announced overnight that it had launched attacks on targets in Iran. Air defense systems have been activated in several cities across the country.
Clashes have occurred between Iranian and US navies in the Strait of Hormuz, and explosions have been heard on Iran's Qeshm and Hengam islands.
