The United States has declared that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to all vessels engaged in lawful passage, insisting that Iran has no authority over the strategic international waterway despite what Washington described as continued threats and harassment by Tehran.

The U.S. demands Iran publicly declare the Strait of Hormuz open and safe for shipping amid ongoing tensions and negotiations.

The United States has declared that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to all vessels engaged in lawful passage, insisting that Iran has no authority over the strategic…