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NEWS SUMMARY
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on April 18, 2026, citing US "piracy" and port blockades. The US stated its naval blockade would continue until its "transaction with Iran is 100% complete."
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CONFLICT OVERVIEW
Iran
Internal political tensions, regional proxy conflicts, and international standoffs regarding Iran's nuclear program and geopolitical influence.
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