Iran Closes Strait Of Hormuz Amid Us-Israel Military Strikes

On February 28, 2026, the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran escalated dramatically, with Iran's Revolutionary Guards announcing the closure of the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for the US and Israeli military strikes. This strategic waterway is crucial for global oil transport, with approximately 21 million barrels of oil passing through daily, impacting countries including Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Recent reports indicate that the US and Israeli strikes have resulted in the deaths of at least 201 people and injuries to 747 others across 24 of Iran's 31 provinces, including three members of the Revolutionary Guards. The Iranian Red Crescent Society has confirmed these figures, highlighting the extensive damage and casualties from the attacks, which have raised alarms about potential disruptions in global oil supplies and increased calls for diplomatic solutions to prevent further escalation.