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Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz, Cancels Swiss Peace Talks

6/21/2026

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Iran announced the Strait of Hormuz will be shut to vessel traffic because of alleged Israeli cease-fire breaches.
Iran blamed United States (U.S.) bad faith and Israel’s actions for breaking the cease-fire.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will not pull forces from Lebanon despite the U.S.–Iran memorandum.
Iran cancelled peace talks in Switzerland after accusing Israel and Hezbollah of cease-fire violations.

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Iran announced the Strait of Hormuz will be shut to vessel traffic because of alleged Israeli cease-fire breaches.
Iran blamed United States (U.S.) bad faith and Israel’s actions for breaking the cease-fire.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will not pull forces from Lebanon despite the U.S.–Iran memorandum.
Iran cancelled peace talks in Switzerland after accusing Israel and Hezbollah of cease-fire violations.