Event Brief
US Centcom says Strait of Hormuz remains free and open
Filed: Aug 04, 2026 at 6:10 PM ET
Summary: US Central Command said the Strait of Hormuz remains free and open for commercial vessels despite an Iranian blockade.
WHO: US Central Command (Centcom)
WHAT: Said the Strait of Hormuz remains free and open for commercial vessels
WHEN: Aug 04, 2026 at 5:19 PM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: Commercial vessels are transiting the strait despite an Iranian blockade.
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