Parts of Strait of Hormuz to be temporarily closed for live fire drill

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A target is hit during a military exercise by members of Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps and navy in the Strait of Hormuz, February 16, 2026. /VCG

Parts of the Strait of Hormuz will be closed for several hours on Tuesday as part of a "Smart Control of the Strait of Hormuz" exercise, said Iran's semi-official Fars news agency.

The temporary closure is aimed at ensuring safety and navigation during the drill.

The semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that various defensive and offensive weapons were employed during the drill and that the designated targets were destroyed with accuracy.

Source(s): Xinhua News Agency

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