Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz, Oil Prices Soar


Author: The Daily News Now! March 12, 2026 Duration: 1:32
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Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz, Oil Prices Soar

Irans Strategic Move: Closing the Strait of Hormuz

Iran, under new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, has closed the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil route, in response to U.S. and Israeli strikes. The move, along with thousands of drone and hundreds of missile attacks on targets in nine countries, has led to a significant increase in oil prices. Despite a slowdown in Irans attacks due to U.S. efforts, threats persist with recent drone strikes and mines in the strait. The global community is grappling with potential supply shortages as shipping in the area may take months to recover.

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