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🚨 Urgent: Symbols are under full control of Iran 🌍⚠️ 📅 April 18, 2026 🇮🇷🇺🇸 Direct escalation between Iran and the United States Iran has reclosed the Strait of Hormuz, putting the region back into a critical situation again. 🗣️ Iran’s Central Military Command: "The Strait of Hormuz has returned to its previous ceasefire status and is under the strict control of the Revolutionary Guard (Iranian Revolutionary Guard), and it will remain so until the United States lifts its الحصار." 🔥 What is happening on the ground: Full military control of the strait is now held by the Revolutionary Guard Ships only pass with an Iranian permit (when allowed) The decision came after the United States continued to impose a naval blockade on Iran 📊 About 20% of global oil passes through this passage — immediate global impact ⚠️ A reversal within less than 24 hours Yesterday: The strait was opened after a ceasefire Today: Closed again under direct pressure between the forces ➡️ This shows that the agreement is far from stable 💣 A climate of increasing threats Iran accuses the United States of "maritime piracy" There are reports of attacks and gunfire on ships in the area The United States remains firm: the blockade will only be lifted with a comprehensive agreement 🕊️ Negotiations are ongoing (so far) 📍 A new round is scheduled within the coming days But the scene right now is maximum pressure from both sides 📉 Immediate impact Risk of rising oil prices Global markets on high alert Maritime transport under intense pressure ⚠️ Live summary: 👉 Iran uses Hormuz as a strategic weapon 👉 The United States uses the blockade as leverage 👉 And the world pays the price #Gate13thAnniversaryLive $BTC ‌$GT ‌$XRP ‌