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Iran closing Strait of Hormuz over deadly Israeli attacks on Lebanon
By ABC News at KVIA ABC-7
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
Iran said it is going to close the Strait of Hormuz again due to violations of the memorandum of understanding reached between the U.S. and Iran.
Vice President JD Vance asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is open on Saturday, just minutes before Iranian state media announced that the critical ...
Key takeaway Vice President JD Vance asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is open on Saturday, just minutes before Iranian state media announced that the critical ...
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's role as a key transportation hub in the southwestern United States means that any disruption to global shipping channels can have a ripple effect on local businesses. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for international trade, may impact the flow of goods and commodities through the city's ports and border crossings. As negotiations between US and Iranian representatives get underway in Switzerland, El Pasoans will be watching closely to see how the situation unfolds and what it might mean for the local economy. The city's proximity to the US-Mexico border and its position as a major gateway for trade with Mexico and other countries make it particularly sensitive to changes in global trade patterns. As Vice President JD Vance prepares to join the negotiations, El Paso residents and business owners will be looking for signs of a resolution that can help minimize the impact of the Strait's closure on the local community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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Vice President JD Vance asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is open on Saturday, just minutes before Iranian state media announced that the critical ...
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