Strait of Hormuz fully open – Iran

World News Strait of Hormuz fully open – Iran Published on April 17, 2026 By Nana Ismail googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Iran has announced that the Strait of Hormuz is now fully open to commercial ships as part of an ongoing ceasefire linked to tensions in the Middle East. Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said the decision follows the truce in Lebanon. He explained that “the passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire.” googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); However, he added that ships must follow a coordinated route set by Iran’s maritime authorities. United States President Donald Trump welcomed the move, thanking Iran in a social media post. Following the announcement, global oil prices fell sharply by more than 11 per cent. The development comes after Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, which began on Thursday evening. Don't Miss Strait of Hormuz: ‘But you said you can handle it alone’ – Australia replies Trump You may like Strait of Hormuz: ‘But you said you can handle it alone’ – Australia replies Trump Uranium: ‘Iran has finally agreed’ – Trump says war ending soon War: Again, Trump hints on deal with Iran Strait of Hormuz: ‘We’ll sink US ships, take their soldiers hostages – Iran Supreme Leader warns Iran arrests four over alleged Israel spy network War: Iran, Pakistan to meet Thursday

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