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Trump says Strait of Hormuz is "open and operating." Shipping data appears to contradict his claim.

CBS News · August 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM

President Trump said on social media Tuesday that no talks or conversations are underway with Iran and that the Strait of Hormuz is "open and operating." However, shipping data says otherwise.

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Trump says Strait of Hormuz is "open and operating." Shipping data appears to contradict his claim.

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