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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
· 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
· Jul 7, 2026
Strait's closed again [News]
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Brisbane Times
· Jul 12, 2026
US insists Strait of Hormuz is open
There is little sign hostilities between the US and Iran are easing.
Eschaton
· Jun 21, 2026
Narrator: But The Strait Wasn’t Open
Narrator: But The Strait Wasn’t Open
The Hindu BusinessLine
· 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
· 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
· Jul 2, 2026
The Strait of Hormuz and the Straits of Tammuz
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BRICS News
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· Jun 25, 2026
US-GCC Statement Calls for Reopening Strait of Hormuz
US-GCC Statement Calls for Reopening Strait of Hormuz
Yemen Press Agency
· 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
· 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....
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· Jun 25, 2026
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Al-Monitor
· 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
· 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
· Jul 9, 2026
World : Iranâs Parliament Speaker Says Strait Of Hormuz To Open Only Under âiranian Arrangementsâ
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
· 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
· Jun 27, 2026
The Strait Is Open. What's Next For Markets?
The Strait Is Open. What's Next For Markets?
Arab Times Online
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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
· 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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