Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again after Israeli strikes on Lebanon
Middle East Eye • 4/7/2026 – 4/8/2026
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2026-04-072026-04-08
Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
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Age
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Hours Since Seen
Final Score40/100
CategoryBreaking
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier97% (0.5^2/48)
Hero EligibleYes
Story Timeline
- 2026-04-07
- 2026-04-08Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again after Israeli strikes on Lebanon (current)
Score BreakdownRisk 55
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (4/20 pts)
Consensus: Emerging consensus: 3 sources
Age: Breaking news - too recent to assess longevity
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