Iran Condemns U.S. Strike Near Strait of Hormuz, Threatens Retaliation After Ceasefire Breach

Iran's foreign ministry condemned a new U.S. military strike near the Strait of Hormuz on May 28, 2026, characterizing it as a violation of a ceasefire agreement reached in April and warning that Tehran is prepared to take "all necessary measures" in response. The incident marks a significant escalation in U.S.-Iran tensions in a strategically critical waterway through which roughly one-third of global seaborne oil trade passes. The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world's most important chokepoints for energy security, making any military confrontation in the region a concern for global oil markets and international stability. The ceasefire, agreed to just weeks ago, now faces its most serious test.