Oil shipments paused as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz in response to US strikes | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload ourSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleDmitry Zhdannikov & Marwa RashadSaturday 28 February 2026 19:20 GMTUS releases video of initial strikes against IranIran has reportedly closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to a joint attack by the United States and Israel.Oil majors and trading houses have suspended crude oil, fuel, and liquefied natural gas shipments, with satellite images showing vessels accumulating near ports.Iran's Revolutionary Guards issued orders for no passage through the Strait, though the UK Navy stated these orders are not legally binding and advised caution.The US Navy warned against navigation in the area, and Greece's shipping ministry advised vessels to avoid the Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, and the Strait of Hormuz.The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for 20% of global oil and large volumes of liquefied natural gas, with disruptions already affecting LNG tankers and posing risks to Qatari exports.In fullIran closes Strait of Hormuz after US-Israel strikes, reports sayThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in