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Iran's top security body to decide on Hormuz closure after parliament approval

Iran's Supreme National Security Council will make the ultimate decision on whether to close the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, according to Iran's state-run Press TV on Sunday.

Reuters WORLD
Published June 22,2025
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Iran's Supreme National Security Council must make the final decision on whether to close the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's Press TV said on Sunday, after parliament reportedly approved the measure.

The decision to close the strait, through which around 20% of global oil and gas demand flows, is not yet final. But lawmaker and Revolutionary Guards Commander Esmail Kosari told the Young Journalist Club on Sunday that doing so is on the agenda and "will be done whenever necessary."