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Iran Reassures: Strait of Hormuz Open for Non-Enemies

3/22/2026

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Ali Mousavi, Iran's representative to the United Nations International Maritime Organization (IMO), says the Strait of Hormuz remains open to ships not linked to Iran's enemies.
The statement follows U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to target Iranian power plants if the strait remains closed.
Mousavi says Iran will cooperate with the IMO to improve maritime safety, noting diplomacy remains a priority amid tensions.

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Ali Mousavi, Iran's representative to the United Nations International Maritime Organization (IMO), says the Strait of Hormuz remains open to ships not linked to Iran's enemies.
The statement follows U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to target Iranian power plants if the strait remains closed.
Mousavi says Iran will cooperate with the IMO to improve maritime safety, noting diplomacy remains a priority amid tensions.