Strait of Hormuz Closure: What is Iran's next move as regime takes final call to close Strait of Hormuz as Yemen joins Iran in war against US and Israel? See if Russia may come to Iran's aid

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Yemen has declared it will support Iran in its ongoing conflict with Israel and the United States. The announcement comes after US and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets. The situation has raised tensions in the Middle East and prompted global concern.Brigadier General Yahya Saree, spokesperson for the Yemeni Armed Forces, announced on social media that Yemen is now part of the war against Israel and the United States. He warned foreign ships to avoid Yemen's territorial waters.This statement followed a military message from the Yemeni Armed Forces. The message condemned attacks by Israel on Gaza, Lebanon, Syria and other countries. It claimed the US was supporting Israeli military operations and creating instability in the region.The Iranian Foreign Ministry released a statement on Sunday. It strongly criticized the US for attacking Iranian nuclear facilities. These facilities are under international inspection by the IAEA . Iran called the strikes a violation of international law and sovereignty.The statement also noted that the attacks happened during the tenth day of Israel's offensive against Iran. Iran reported that at least 400 people have died in the conflict so far.Tehran said the strikes violated the United Nations Charter and Security Council Resolution 2231. This resolution supports the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. Iran demanded that the UN and IAEA act immediately. It urged the UN Security Council to hold an emergency meeting. Iran also criticized the IAEA Director General. It claimed he was not impartial and helped enable the attack.Iran's parliament has approved a measure to close the Strait of Hormuz. However, the final decision will come from Iran's Supreme National Security Council. This waterway handles about 20% of global oil and gas traffic. A commander said the closure will happen if needed.Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said he would visit Russia for talks with President Vladimir Putin. He mentioned the strategic partnership between the two countries. Russia has supported Iran's nuclear program and received Iranian drones for its conflict in Ukraine. Russia has also kept ties with Israel.Yemen joined the war to support Iran and oppose US and Israeli military actions in the region after recent airstrikes escalated tensions.Iran may close the Strait of Hormuz if necessary, but the final decision lies with its Supreme National Security Council.

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