Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:11am on 18 Apr 2026,Saturday International
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz “completely open” for commercial shipping during a ceasefire, but the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps imposed fresh conditions. Vessels must seek permission, follow designated Iranian routes, and military ships remain barred. The announcement by Abbas Araghchi lacked these details, prompting criticism from Iranian state-linked media. Meanwhile, Donald Trump confirmed the reopening but said the U.S. naval blockade on Iran continues until a deal is finalised. He also claimed Iran agreed never to close the strait again. The mixed messaging has created uncertainty, despite oil prices dropping sharply after the reopening announcement globally. (PC: NDTV)
