politics
April 18, 2026
Iran Reopens Strait of Hormuz
Iran has changed its decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning that it will continue to block passage through this narrow maritime passage as long as the US blockade of Iranian ports is in effect.
TL;DR
- Iran has reversed its decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- Passage through the strait will remain blocked as long as the US blockade of Iranian ports is in effect.
- The US President stated that the American blockade would remain in full force until Tehran reached an agreement with the US.
- President Trump insisted that no tolls would be charged through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Trump threatened to intercept any ship in international waters that paid a toll to Iran.