Iran’s new Supreme Leader says Strait of Hormuz should remain closed
The statement frames a potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz as pressure against an enemy, according to the provided text.
Fact Check
Multiple authoritative news outlets (Nikkei, Bloomberg, Al Jazeera, CNBC) reporting on March 12, 2026, confirm that Mojtaba Khamenei, the newly appointed Supreme Leader of Iran, stated that the Strait of Hormuz should remain closed as a strategic measure. This aligns perfectly with the claim and the provided date context.
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Terms & Concepts
- Strait of Hormuz: A strategic shipping chokepoint linking the Persian Gulf to global energy markets.