Reopened Hormuz Shuts Within Hours Following Fresh Disagreement Between Tehran and Washington - Tekedia

The Strait of Hormuz briefly appeared open, then was effectively closed again within hours after Iranian naval warnings and gunfire.

At least two merchant vessels turned back, and maritime agencies said a tanker and a container ship were hit or targeted.

The renewed disruption raised fresh concerns for global oil and LNG flows through a waterway that carries about one-fifth of traded energy.

The incident could lift freight and insurance costs, add war-risk premiums, and increase volatility in energy markets.