# Iran has reportedly closed the crucial Strait of Hormuz in response to attacks by Israel on Lebanon.

*business · news · 2026-04-08 · Euronews*

## Key points

- Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks on Lebanon.
- Iran allowed two oil tankers to pass before halting all traffic through the strait.
- The ceasefire agreement required Iran to resume shipping through Hormuz, but this is now suspended.
- Israel conducted its largest coordinated strike of the current war, hitting over 100 Hezbollah targets.

**Countries:** Iran, Israel, Lebanon, United States, Pakistan

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