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Iran has opened the Strait of Hormuz for all ships, but the United States is continuing its blockade against Iran.

Today, Iran’s Foreign Minister issued a statement on X saying that the Strait of Hormuz is now open for all ships.

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Published Apr 17, 2026, 11:36:54 PM | Updated Apr 18, 2026, 2:43:45 AM
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Iran Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi
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T he war between Iran and the United States has been going on for more than 45 days. However, the biggest issue in this conflict has been related to oil and gas supply.

Around 20% of the world’s oil and gas passes through the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran had blocked this route, which caused major problems for many countries that import oil and gas, such as India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and many others.

However, now good news is coming from Iran.

The good news is that Iran’s Foreign Minister said on X that the Strait of Hormuz is now completely open for all commercial vessels during the remaining period of the ceasefire.

X Account iran foreign minister:
In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, the passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire, on the coordinated route as already announced by Ports and Maritime Organisation of the Islamic Rep. of Iran.
Iran foreign minister X account
Iran foreign minister X account
Photo: @ X

Meanwhile, Donald Trump said that the United States welcomes Iran’s step. However, the US blockade on Iran will remain in place until the agreement with Iran is 100% finalized.

Donald Trump also said that the process will be completed very soon, as discussions on the disputed issues have already taken place.

Donald Trump wrote on his X account:
The Strait of Hormuz is fully open and ready for trade and complete transit, but the naval blockade regarding Iran will remain fully in effect until our agreement with Iran is 100% completed.
Dronat Tramp X Account
Dronat Tramp X Account
Photo: @ X

Donald Trump also said that talks with Iran should move forward very quickly, as many of the key issues have already been discussed between the two sides.

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