Trump says Strait of Hormuz has been de-mined, is ‘open and operating’ after 60-day Iran talks window shuts
The president's latest statement came one day after he threatened the nation of Oman if its rulers aided Tehran in its effort to control the critical waterway.
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- Primary source: NY Post
- Published: Aug 18, 2026, 1:47 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Politics
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