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Iran disputes claims of new agreements with Trump

Iran said passage through the waterway will require its approval after U.S. forces turned back 21 ships, highlighting the risk to a route carrying about 20% of global oil.

  • On Saturday, Iran resumed 'strict management' of the Strait of Hormuz, reversing a brief reopening following the continued U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports.
  • The reversal followed failed diplomatic efforts, as Tehran maintains the waterway will remain closed until Washington lifts restrictions, while the U.S. insists the blockade will 'remain in full force' until a transaction is complete.
  • Iranian Revolutionary Guard gunboats fired on vessels transiting the strait Saturday, prompting about 20 commercial ships to turn back toward Oman amid fresh reports of violence.
  • President Donald Trump warned Saturday that he may end the ceasefire if no deal is reached by Wednesday, stating the U.S. 'could be dropping bombs again.'
  • With the ceasefire expiring April 21, negotiations are expected to continue next week in Pakistan, though Iran insists its 440kg uranium stockpile will not be transferred.
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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over US blockade, fires on ships

Iran reversed its reopening of the strait and fired on ships attempting to pass after the U.S. pressed ahead with its blockade.

·Lancaster, United States
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Trade ships hit in Hormuz as Iran recloses strait

Commercial ships came under fire and threats from Iran's military as they tried to cross the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, security monitors said, as Iran closed the crucial trade route again following a brief reopening.

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Trade ships hit in Hormuz as Iran reopening falters

London — A handful of oil and gas tankers crossed the Hormuz Strait Saturday during a brief reopening, tracking data showed, but others retreated and two were reportedly attacked as Iran closed the route again.

·Canada
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Iran Restricts Hormuz Strait Again, Fires On Tanker As Peace Negotiations Slug Along

The Iranian military reimposed significant restrictions over the Strait of Hormuz and fired on a tanker attempting to pass through Saturday.

·Washington, United States
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NRK broke the news in Norway on Friday, April 17, 2026.
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