Iran's foreign ministry spokesman Baghaei on the 19th denied media reports that the Strait of Hormuz had been closed. He said Iran's armed forces, under an Iran–U.S. memorandum of understanding, have taken necessary measures to ensure the safe passage of commercial vessels and that transit on the route is currently normal.

2026-06-19

Iran's foreign ministry spokesman Baghaei on the 19th denied media reports that the Strait of Hormuz had been closed. He said Iran's armed forces, under an Iran–U.S. memorandum of understanding, have taken necessary measures to ensure the safe passage of commercial vessels and that transit on the route is currently normal.