Here’s what’s currently circulating in the news about Hormuz Island and the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran long has threatened to close off the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf through which 20% of all oil traded passes.
www.nbcnews.comThe U.S. and the UK are warning vessels to steer clear of Iranian waters to avoid further seizures.
oilprice.comPresident Trump announced that the U.S. and Iran had agreed to a two-week ceasefire that was contingent on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Apr 8 -
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www.cbsnews.comIranian state media say the country’s armed forces have exchanged fire with “the enemy” on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz. No other details were reported. There was no immediate comment from the U.S. Qeshm Island is the largest Iranian island in the Persian Gulf, home to about 150,000 people. It houses a water desalination plant.
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