The situation in the Middle East is becoming more tense, with Iran claiming the Strait of Hormuz is closed, and the US and Iran delegations are heading to Switzerland for negotiations.

BlockBeats News, June 21 — The Middle East situation overnight and this morning is as follows: Iran's Supreme Leader Advisor stated that if the relevant agreements remain only on paper, Middle Eastern energy flows will continue to be obstructed; Iran's Revolutionary Guard Navy announced that the Strait of Hormuz has been closed to navigation and called for ships to stay away from the area. In response, U.S. Central Command said Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz. Trump stated that Iran has been "completely defeated" and that the U.S. is no longer weak.

Israel reported that the military has received instructions to cease fire in Lebanon but will continue operations within the so-called "security zone," emphasizing their commitment to the ceasefire agreement. Meanwhile, the Israeli military launched airstrikes on Gaza City and southern Lebanon, resulting in at least 21 deaths. The Lebanese government, Hezbollah, and the military all condemned the ongoing Israeli attacks, accusing Israel of undermining the ceasefire and hindering national stability.

On the diplomatic front, U.S.-Iran negotiations are progressing. U.S. Vice President Vance has departed for Switzerland to participate in talks, focusing on Iran's nuclear issue and the Lebanon ceasefire; the Iranian delegation has arrived in Switzerland. Iranian Foreign Minister previously met with Pakistan's Interior Minister, and sources say Pakistan's Prime Minister and Army Chief of Staff will also head to Switzerland. Additionally, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey's foreign ministers held talks with U.S. senior officials, and the Iraqi Parliament Speaker's residence was attacked by a drone.