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The U.S. blockade continues despite Iran's announcement the Strait of Hormuz is open
- NPR Staff
- April 17, 2026 at 12:36 PM
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Iran's foreign minister declared the Strait of Hormuz is open, following the start of an Israel-Lebanon ceasefire. President Trump swiftly responded that the U.S. naval blockade on Iran will continue.
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Originally published at NPR World