Iran
Trump claims Strait of Hormuz is opening
Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 12:09 UTC · 1 source
President Donald Trump has declared that the Strait of Hormuz is opening, with commercial ships now moving back and forth through the strategic waterway. His statement suggests a potential easing of tensions or a change in the operational status of the U.S.-led naval blockade. The comment comes amid ongoing military and diplomatic pressure on Iran and follows previous claims by Trump that the conflict is nearing its end. The status of the blockade and freedom of navigation in the strait remains a critical flashpoint in the U.S.-Iran confrontation.
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Cycle: Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 12:09 UTC · First reported: 4h ago
