strait of hormuz Strait of Hormuz Tension has increased between Iran and America regarding this. 12 July 2026 Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) announced that the sea route is currently closed. Iran has cited America’s illegal activities as the reason behind this. Soon after, the Central Command (CENTCOM) of the US Army rejected these claims and said that the route is completely open and the ships are passing through there safely.
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amidst this tension UKMTO And JMIC has increased the level of security SEVERE Is done. However, officials have clarified that the route near Oman is still operational. The ships have been advised to ignore Iran’s warning and remain in contact with the US Navy. Tension increased when Iran M/V GFS Galaxy attacked the ship named, in which 11 10 Indian citizens There were passengers on board who have been rescued safely.
Due to this ongoing conflict between Iran and America, the situation remains tense in Bahrain, Jordan, Qatar, Oman and Kuwait. There have been reports of drone and missile attacks on American targets in these countries. The Oman government has summoned Iran’s ambassador in this matter and discussions on the matter are ongoing. At present, all big shipping companies have been asked to remain alert so that any untoward incident can be avoided.
