Iran closes Strait of Hormuz despite ceasefire after continued Israeli strikes in Lebanon

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Escalation of geopolitical conflict with severe global economic and environmental risks. | The closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran constitutes a significant escalation of geopolitical conflict, directly undermining peace and stability (SDG 16) and threatening global energy security (SDG 7). While framed as a response to alleged ceasefire violations, the action risks severe unintended consequences, including economic disruption and environmental harm through energy market volatility. The magn