Israel-Iran war: Iran threatens to close Strait of Hormuz, raising fears over global oil supply
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Jun 23, 2025, 07:56 IST | Updated: Jun 23, 2025, 07:56 IST
As tensions in the Gulf escalate, Iran has threatened to shut the vital Strait of Hormuz—a move that could disrupt a major portion of the world’s oil supply.
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