Iran closes Strait of Hormuz: Russia warns and calls for dialogue

Iran announced the complete closure of the Strait of Hormuz until further notice, a claim disputed by the US military. Russia, through Dmitry Peskov, urged Iran and the US to resume negotiations amid military escalation, including US strikes on Iranian targets and Iranian attacks on US bases. Moscow warned of consequences for regional stability and the global economy, as the Strait of Hormuz is a critical energy transit chokepoint.