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Iran says Strait of Hormuz remains closed

Tehran insisted the Strait of Hormuz is still closed despite an “understanding” with Oman. Trump threatened new strikes on an Iranian nuclear site and on Iranian military ships in the waterway.
WHO: Tehran
WHAT: Iranian authorities insisted the Strait of Hormuz remains closed despite an “understanding” with Oman.
WHEN: Reported Aug 26, 2026 at 1:29 AM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: Tehran was responding to the claim of an “understanding” with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
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