US naval blockade of Iran to persist despite opening of Strait of Hormuz
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Source: Middle East Eye
Published: 2026-04-18 00:12 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 90
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Middle East, Iran, US Politics, Business & Economy
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US President Donald Trump announced in a post on Truth Social that “the Strait of Hormuz is completely open and ready for business and full passage, but the naval blockade will remain in full force as it pertains to Iran, only,” until the US’ “transaction with with Iran is 100% complete.”
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