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US and Europe disagree on reopening Strait of Hormuz

Trump says the Strait of Hormuz will reopen by Friday, but European allies dispute the timeline.
WHO: Donald Trump; European allies
WHAT: Trump says the Strait of Hormuz will reopen by Friday while European allies disagree.
WHEN: Jun 16, 2026 at 2:01 AM ET
WHERE: Evian, France
WHY: Trump stated that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen by Friday, prompting disagreement from European allies.

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