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Iran announces reopening of Strait of Hormuz for commercial vessels for the remainder of the two-week U.S.-Iran truce
Updated - April 18, 2026 06:25 am IST
A view of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared open for the remaining period of ceasefire.
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