Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz as retaliation for US policy shifts and Israeli strikes on Lebanon.
Iran announces it is starting to block all traffic in the Strait of Hormuz again, confirming the closure is being re-implemented.
US Vice President JD Vance stated there is no evidence the Strait of Hormuz has been closed, disputing Iran's claim.
This message provides the official military chain of command confirmation via the Tasnim agency, naming 'Khatam al-Anbiya' headquarters and explicitly citing the 'first clause' of the agreement, adding detail and official framing to the previously reported closure.
Adds US reaction: Vance says no evidence of closure yet, expects Sunday talks in Switzerland with Witkoff and Kushner. Also adds Iran's accusation of systematic Israeli ceasefire violations in Lebanon.
New message adds framing from Tasnim and IRGC, labeling the closure 'retaliation for US policy shifts and Israeli strikes on Lebanon' and calling it an 'initial measure,' with a warning that it is the 'first step' signaling potential further escalation.