"The United States pressed ahead with its campaign to choke off Iranian ports and Iran reversed an initial move to reopen the waterway, firing on a ship attempting to pass."
"Iran's joint military command said on Saturday that control of the Strait of Hormuz has returned to its previous state under strict management and control of the armed forces."
Iranian gunboats fired on an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz less than 24 hours after President Trump declared the strait would remain open. Conflicting reports emerged following Trump's announcement of a ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel. The U.S. continued its blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran reversed its initial decision to reopen the waterway. The situation escalated tensions, threatening the global energy crisis and potential renewed conflict, as Iran's military asserted control over the strait and warned of continued blockades.
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