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Iran Closes of Strait of Hormuz After Announcing Its Reopening

Apr 18, 2026Center Left

Iran announces its strict blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is back in place just one day after reopening it. It comes in response to the United States’ naval blockade that’s stopping ships from sailing in or out of Iranian ports. NBC’s Raf Sanchez reports for Saturday TODAY.

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