Iran Revolutionary Guard stated it targeted US aircraft in Jordan and stopped two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, while the US military stated it is holding Iran accountable.

Strait of Hormuz, Jordan

Who

Iran Revolutionary Guard, US military

What

When

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:02:00 GMT · 19h 14m ago

Where

Strait of Hormuz, Jordan ·

Why

Iran vowed that not a single drop of oil or gas would pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil and gas shipments. Iran's actions and threats could disrupt supply chains and impact global energy prices.

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Verified Sources & Citations

The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/20/us-iran-war-live-updates-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-middle-east-crisis-latest-news
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