Iran may reopen Hormuz this week if ceasefire framework agreed - Reuters

Apr 8, 2026, 12:59 GMT+1

A senior Iranian official told Reuters that Iran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday or Friday ahead of talks with the United States in Pakistan, if a ceasefire framework is agreed.

The official said any reopening would be limited and vessels would still need coordination with Iranian military authorities.

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