Following recent US military strikes within Iran, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced the indefinite closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The closure impacts maritime traffic through the critical waterway, a vital global oil transit route. The IRGC has requested patience and indicated further guidance will be provided at a later date, without specifying conditions for reopening. This action represents a significant escalation in tensions between Iran and the United States. The move is likely to disrupt international shipping and potentially raise global energy prices. No specific details regarding enforcement or exceptions to the closure have been released. The international community is awaiting further clarification from Iranian authorities.