Iran plans to shut Strait of Hormuz: How it may shake global oil and why India is at risk too
In a sharp escalation following US airstrikes on its nuclear facilities, Iran’s parliament on Sunday approved a proposal to close the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes. The move, reported by state-run Press TV on Sunday, signals Tehran’s willingness to hit back economically.
Brigadier General Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the IRGC Navy, reportedly issued a stark warning: “The Strait of Hormuz will be closed within a few hours.”
However, this is not yet a final decision. While the parliamentary approval reflects growing political resolve, the final authority rests with Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, headed by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. So far, no formal closure order has been issued, but the intent is clear: Iran is warning the world that it holds a powerful economic lever.
