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Deal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz

Updated 2026-08-05 12:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

President Trump hinted that a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be reached by Wednesday. The strait is crucial for global oil trade and any disruption can have significant geopolitical implications.

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The Hill
President Trump signaled late Tuesday that the U.S. and Iran were close to a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil-shipping corridor. “It could happen. Tomorrow or the next day,” Trump said after traveling to Los Angeles for a fundraising event hosted by the Republican National Committee. "
2026-08-05 11:54 UTC
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