Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open to shipping; Trump says U.S. blockade still active
Key Points
- Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open to all commercial ships following the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
- However, vessels must transit through a “coordinated route” announced by Iran’s maritime authorities, Iran’s foreign minister said.
- President Donald Trump thanked Tehran for opening the strait, but said the U.S. blockade of Iran’s ports remains in effect.
