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US lifts blockade on Iranian ports as Hormuz reopens

JD Vance says the US lifted its blockade on Iranian ports as the Strait of Hormuz reopens to commercial shipping.
WHO: US Vice President JD Vance
WHAT: Announced the US lifted its blockade on Iranian ports for commercial shipping
WHEN: Jun 18, 2026 at 7:40 PM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: The Strait of Hormuz reopened to commercial shipping.
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