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Iran says Strait of Hormuz remains closed

Filed: Aug 26, 2026 at 2:15 AM ET
Summary: Tehran insisted the Strait of Hormuz is still closed despite an “understanding” with Oman. The article also says 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: 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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📋 How this story developed

  • Aug 25 Trump says all Strait of Hormuz mines removed
  • Aug 25 Trump says Iran notified mines will be destroyed
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