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27 Mar 2026, 16:47

The Wall Street Journal reported that Iran has "prevented" two Chinese container ships from passing through the Strait of Hormuz. These two ships were forced to change course and turn back near Lark Island.

The newspaper described the Iranian government's action as "unusual," as Iran had allowed several Chinese ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz in recent days.

Just hours before the Wall Street Journal's report, the Revolutionary Guard issued a statement saying that on Friday morning, "three container ships of various nationalities attempted to move towards the designated corridor for authorized vessels, but were turned back by a warning from the Navy of the Revolutionary Guard."

In this statement, the Revolutionary Guard emphasized that the Strait of Hormuz is closed. This action by the Revolutionary Guard comes at a time when officials of the Islamic Republic have repeatedly stated in recent days that the Strait of Hormuz is only closed to American and Israeli ships and the countries supporting them.
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