Iran says it is “completely” opening the Strait of Hormuz following the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
“In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, the passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire,” Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said.
He added that vessels will be allowed to transit along “the coordinated route as already announced” by Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organization.
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