Trump Welcomes Iran's Announcement on the Strait of Hormuz
Former President Trump has expressed support for Iran's announcement that the Strait of Hormuz is fully open for shipping, a significant development in regional trade.
Summary
The Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime route for global oil shipments, has reportedly been reopened for shipping, a move that has garnered approval from former President Donald Trump.
This announcement comes amid ongoing tensions in the region, with Iran asserting control over the strait. However, there are conflicting reports regarding the full reopening of the waterway.
Following Trump's comments, Iranian officials have disputed his claims, stating that they maintain strict control over the strait and have labeled Trump's assertions as false.
Key Facts
| Fact | Value |
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| Source | France 24 |
| Published Date | April 17, 2026 |
Updates
Update at 10:21 UTC on 2026-04-18
Financial Times reported Tehran says Donald Trump ‘raised seven claims in one hour and all seven were false’.
Sources: Financial Times