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Is the strait open?

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June 22, 2026

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Is the strait open?

{beacon} Energy Environment Energy Environment The Big Story US, Iran send mixed messages on Hormuz Mixed messages from the U.S. and Iran on the Strait of Hormuz are injecting further uncertainty into the future of the waterway and global oil supplies. © Will Budkins, NewsNation Over the weekend, the Iranian military said that...

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Al Arabiya English

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· Jun 22, 2026

Trump Says Strait of Hormuz Is Open

US President Donald Trump says the Strait of Hormuz is “totally open” and that the US is doing “very well” with respect to the waterway.

Fark

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· Jul 7, 2026

Strait's closed again [News]

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Brisbane Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

US insists Strait of Hormuz is open

There is little sign hostilities between the US and Iran are easing.

Eschaton

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· Jun 21, 2026

Narrator: But The Strait Wasn’t Open

Narrator: But The Strait Wasn’t Open

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jul 1, 2026

Ship ran aground in Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state TV reports

The announcement comes as tensions have grown over the strait, which was supposed to be open to vessels to travel freely

TASS

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· Jul 11, 2026

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps fires warning shots at ship in Strait of Hormuz

Due to the incident, the strait has been closed until further notice, the IRGC says

Arutz Sheva

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· Jul 2, 2026

The Strait of Hormuz and the Straits of Tammuz

A straight-ahead look on navigating an exit from exile.

BRICS News

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· Jul 12, 2026

JUST IN: 🇺🇸 US military says the Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels lawfully transiting t [...]

JUST IN: US military says the Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels lawfully transiting the international waterway.@BRICSNews

Financial Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

US launches another round of strikes on Iran as ceasefire teeters

Trump administration insists that the Strait of Hormuz remains open after Tehran declared it closed

CBC News

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· Jan 9, 2026

The U.S. says it's open. Iran says it's closed. The Strait of Hormuz remains precarious

The U.S. says it's open. Iran says it's closed. The Strait of Hormuz remains precarious

Powerline

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· Jun 26, 2026

Scared Strait

Is the Strait of Hormuz open or closed? The Iranian thugocracy has sold the opening of the Strait to us twice, first in the April 8 ceasefire agreement and again, most recently, in the Memorandum of Understanding. Under the Memorandum of Understanding, the thugs are reaping huge and immediate finanicial gains. Based on President Trump’s public comments, one may infer that the many concessions made to the thugs in the

Times of India

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· Jul 6, 2026

'Strategically aligned': Singapore, Indonesia pledge to keep Strait of Malacca open and free

'Strategically aligned': Singapore, Indonesia pledge to keep Strait of Malacca open and free

RedState

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· Jul 12, 2026

'Bunch of Crazy People': U.S. NATO Amb. Confirms That Strait of Hormuz Is Open Despite Iran's Defiance

'Bunch of Crazy People': U.S. NATO Amb. Confirms That Strait of Hormuz Is Open Despite Iran's Defiance

NDTV

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· Jun 21, 2026

US-Iran War News Live Updates: Vance Heads For Key Talks With Iran

IRGC has announced closure of the Strait of Hormuz, but the US military says the waterway is open to all vessels.

Sada Elbalad

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· Jun 25, 2026

US-GCC Statement Calls for Reopening Strait of Hormuz

US-GCC Statement Calls for Reopening Strait of Hormuz

Yemen Press Agency

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· Jul 12, 2026

Iran declares closure of Hormuz Strait

TEHRAN, July 12 (YPA) – Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy announced the Strait of Hormuz is closed until further notice and until US interventions cease. In a statement released early Sunday, the IRGC Navy said that as announce previously, “foreign interference and the illegal designation of the route of ships in the Strait []

The Hill

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· Jun 22, 2026

Mixed messages on Strait of Hormuz create uncertainty for oil

Mixed messages from the U.S. and Iran on the Strait of Hormuz are injecting further uncertainty into the future of the waterway and global oil supplies. Over the weekend, the Iranian military said that it would close the strait in response to Israeli strikes in Lebanon. At the same time, Washington said the waterway was open. U.S....

Quartz

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· Jun 25, 2026

The best closed-loop cruises for passport-free travel in 2026

From a Seattle-to-Alaska Inside Passage sailing through ancient rainforest to three days on Bermuda's pink sand beaches from New Jersey

Al-Monitor

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· Jun 21, 2026

Iran's Tasnim news agency says Hormuz will not reopen until Lebanon ceasefire holds, oil waivers issued

June 21 (Reuters) - Iran's Tasnim news agency, citing a source close to the negotiating team, reported on Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz would not be reopened as long as a ceasefire in Lebanon was not respected.The source said the waterway would also remain closed until waivers allowing the sale of Iranian oil were issued. (Reporting by Eman Abouhassira, Editing by Louise Heavens)

The Cradle

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· Jun 23, 2026

Iran, Oman establish joint committee to manage Hormuz shipping

The two sides renewed their commitment to keeping the strait a safe and open passage for international shipping under their supervision

BERNAMA

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· Jul 9, 2026

World : Iran’s Parliament Speaker Says Strait Of Hormuz To Open Only Under ‘iranian Arrangements’

ISTANBUL, July 9 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf said Thursday that the Strait of Hormuz would open only under “Iranian arrangements,” not by US threats, after a new wave of US strikes on Iran, Anadolu Ajansi reported.

The Standard

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· Jul 11, 2026

Donald Trump warns Iran against pursuing any assassination attempt

The US earlier demanded Iran must publicly state the Strait of Hormuz is open and that ships using the vital waterway will not be attacked.

Seeking Alpha

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· Jun 27, 2026

The Strait Is Open. What's Next For Markets?

The Strait Is Open. What's Next For Markets?

Arab Times Online

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump Says Strait of Hormuz Remains Open; Netanyahu Says US Ready to Use Force if Iran Breaks Commitments

WASHINGTON, July 12: U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to commercial shipping, amid continued tensions in the Gulf and concerns over ma...

Intel Slava

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· Jun 21, 2026

🇮🇷🇺🇸⚡️ — BREAKING: Fars News Agency says the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, with the IRGC N [...]

— BREAKING: Fars News Agency says the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, with the IRGC Navy issuing no clearance for vessel transit until further notice, citing a military source.@IntelSlava

The Leader Newspaper - Sports News

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· Jun 19, 2026

Torrevieja Reopens Natural Pools After Water Quality Alert

Torrevieja Council reopened the natural swimming pools and rocky bathing areas along the Juan Aparicio promenade after fresh tests confirmed that the seawater once again meets legal safety standards. The popular seafront bathing zone was temporarily closed on Wednesday after routine monitoring detected microbiological contamination. The Local Police restricted access, lifeguards raised the red flag [] The post Torrevieja Reopens Natural Pools After Water Quality Alert appeared first on The Leader - The No. 1 Spanish Newspaper - Spain News, Sport, Spanish Property for Sale, Business Directory, Classifieds, and Advertising.

Daily Mail

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump declares Strait of Hormuz 'open' before SNAPPING at female reporter

Trump declares Strait of Hormuz 'open' before SNAPPING at female reporter

Splash247

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· Jun 22, 2026

Washington and Tehran issue conflicting messages on Hormuz transits

Confusion over the status of the Strait of Hormuz deepened over the weekend as the United States and Iran issued contradictory statements on whether the crucial energy chokepoint is open to commercial shipping. The uncertainty is creating a growing disconnect between political declarations and operational reality, with vessel movements remaining a fraction of normal levels

Irish News

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· Jul 2, 2026

Iran warns oil tankers to use approved Hormuz routes or face ‘forceful response’

The strait, the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf, has emerged as one of the top issues in negotiations to reach a permanent end to the Iran war.

TRT World

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· Jul 8, 2026

Attacks in Strait of Hormuz persist despite US-Iran MoU

The Memorandum of Understanding signed by the US and Iran last month pledged to reopen the long-blocked Strait of Hormuz. Since then, however, several flare-ups have raised fresh doubts about the framework agreement, with the US President questioning at the Nato summit in Ankara whether the ceasefire is even still in place. Victoria Innes reports.

The Eastern Herald

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· Jul 2, 2026

UNCTAD: Hormuz Closure Left World’s Poorest Nations on a Longer, Costlier Recovery Path

The Strait of Hormuz reopened in mid-June under the US-Iran ceasefire framework. A UNCTAD report released Wednesday finds the 100-day disruption left cascading food price shocks in the world's most import-dependent nations — damage the reopening itself cannot undo.

Tampa Free Press

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· Jul 10, 2026

Treasure Hunt Under The Waves: Pasco County Scallop Season Officially Kicks Off Today

PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Boaters and divers are hitting the water today as the 2026 recreational bay scallop season officially opens in Pasco County. The highly anticipated season runs from July 10 through August 18, covering all state waters south of the Hernando-Pasco County line and north of the Anclote Key Lighthouse in northern Pinellas [] Treasure Hunt Under The Waves: Pasco County Scallop Season Officially Kicks Off Today

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 12, 2026

Iranian state media reports fresh strikes on Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island

US President Donald Trump claims the Strait of Hormuz is open following closure claims by Iran as conflict within the region escalates. The United States yesterday carried out strikes on 140 Iranian targets, while Iranian state media reported further attacks on Qeshm Island and Bandar Abbas today. Iran has used the Strait of Hormuz as a strategic point of leverage in the conflict, with disruptions to the vital shipping route causing a significant slowdown in global maritime traffic.

Le Monde

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· Jun 26, 2026

As Parisians seek heatwave relief, canal swimming proves difficult to supervise

A section of the Canal Saint-Martin has been open for swimming, under regulated conditions, since June 16. But police and staff are struggling to keep the excitement in check, as a massive influx of young people look to cool off.

The Independent

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· Jul 11, 2026

US military says it is striking Iran in response to attack on civilian vessel in Strait of Hormuz

Iran says it again considers the Strait of Hormuz closed after a vessel using an ‘unauthorized route’ was struck by a warning shot in the critical waterway — potentially further menacing the already tenuous ceasefire agreement with the United States

Vatican News

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· Jul 11, 2026

Talks in Oman show signs of strain amid U.S.–Iran tensions

The United States has called on Iran to publicly state that the Strait of Hormuz is open and to pledge to stop firing on commercial ships. Read all

Al Bawaba

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· Jun 22, 2026

JD Vance: The Strait of Hormuz is open, mines to be removed

ALBAWABA - U.S. Vice President JD Vance announced in a statement that the Strait of Hormuz is open and that a plan will be agreed to remove mines implemented by Iran during the over 100-day war...

The korea Herald News

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· Jul 4, 2026

Korea’s beach season begins as summer heat sets in

Major beaches across Korea are opening for the summer season as the country braces for the height of the holiday rush, with coastal cities extending operating periods and adjusting swimming hours to draw visitors. Gyeongpo Beach in Gangneung, Gangwon Province, held its opening ceremony Saturday and will operate for 51 days through Aug. 23. One of the east coast’s best-known summer destinations, the beach has a 1.8-kilometer stretch of sand and is about 70 meters wide. Gangneung’s 17 other beache

KLIF – 570AM – Dallas

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· Jul 9, 2026

Six Flags Over Texas Opens Record-Breaking Tormenta Dive Coaster

Tormenta Coaster Opens Six Flags Texas Image by Six Flags Over Texas @SixFlagsOverTXXSix Flags Over Texas opened its highly anticipated new dive coast...

Bloomberg

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· Jul 12, 2026

Oil Market Prices In Hormuz Resilience

Bloomberg Intelligence senior commodities strategist Mike McGlone says oil markets are largely accepting US assurances that the Strait of Hormuz remains open, with expanding Western Hemisphere supply and alternative export routes limiting the long-term impact of Gulf disruptions on crude prices. He says gasoline and diesel prices remain elevated because refining margins have widened, but expects crude oil prices to trend lower over time as global supply grows and demand softens. (Source: Bloomberg)

Just the news

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· Jun 21, 2026

Energy Secretary Wright says flow of tankers passing through Strait of Hormuz returning to 'normal'

Reopening the strait and allowing ships to pass through without being attacked is a key part of the U.S.-Iran negotiation to end their war.

Disclose.tv

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· Jul 11, 2026

[Media] JUST IN - Iran's Navy says Strait of Hormuz closed until further notice.Read here [...]

JUST IN - Iran's Navy says Strait of Hormuz closed until further notice.Read here: https://www.disclose.tv/id/g1svv4qvc5/@disclosetvDisclose.tvIran's Navy says Hormuz Strait closedBreaking news from around the world.

Anadolu Agency

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· Jul 13, 2026

Iran says it struck US military facilities in Bahrain, radar systems in Oman

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warns Strait of Hormuz will remain closed unless US ends military interference

Voice of Nigeria

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· Jun 24, 2026

Iran Keeps Strait of Hormuz Open to Shipping

Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office in Geneva, Ali Bahreini, announced on Tuesday that the Strait of Hormuz remains fully open to commercial shipping, with no tolls imposed on vessels. Bahreini stated that the arrangement would be reassessed after 60 days, depending on the outcome of ongoing negotiations between Iran and [] The post Iran Keeps Strait of Hormuz Open to Shipping appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

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