Open or closed? Uncertainty lingers as Iran-US reopen Strait of Hormuz, but with conditions
Despite Iran and the US announcing the Strait of Hormuz has reopened, shipping remains uncertain.
While some vessels attempted passage, many turned back.
The International Maritime Organization seeks clarification on safety, and the US maintains its blockade, complicating full resumption of normal traffic through this vital oil route.
Strait of Hormuz reopens conditionally
- Passage through the Strait of Hormuz is a right in war and peace South China Morning Post —
- Trump says Iran ceasefire may end if no deal by Wednesday Middle East Eye —
- Iran threatens to close Strait of Hormuz again if US blockade continues France 24 —
- Trump says he has 'good news' on Iran, no clarity on peace deal The Straits Times —
- Trump says he has 'good news' on Iran, no clarity on peace deal The Straits Times —