According to the memorandum signed by the US and Iran, the parties… (иран · сша · израиль)
According to the memorandum signed by the US and Iran, the parties agreed to a complete ceasefire, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the cessation of hostilities in Lebanon. Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israel's attacks on Lebanon.
Consensus
- Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz to maritime traffic.
- The closure is in response to Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon.
- Iran accuses the U.S. of failing to enforce a ceasefire agreement.
- The decision was announced by Iran's military command.
- The U.S. and Iran had recently signed a memorandum of understanding to end hostilities.
Points of divergence
- The closure was announced by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps, not the military command. — fontanka
- The U.S. has postponed negotiations with Iran due to the escalation in Lebanon. — fontanka
- At least 16 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon. — vedomosti
- Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a truce, but Israel later accused Hezbollah of violating it. — kommersant
- Iran's Foreign Ministry representative stated that Iran has fulfilled its obligations, and the U.S. failed to ensure Israel complies. — m24
- Iran's Vice President said the U.S. has not provided evidence that Iran is blocking shipping in the strait. — m24
Coverage (5 sources)
- Iran once again closes Strait of Hormuz due to Israel's actions — Фонтанка
- Iran closes Strait of Hormuz over strikes on Lebanon — Ведомости
- Iran closes Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks on Lebanon — Коммерсантъ
- Iran closes Strait of Hormuz due to Israeli strikes on Lebanon — Москва 24
- Iran again closes Strait of Hormuz, reports Bild — Фонтанка