2026-04-09 09:41:57
Iran’s deputy foreign minister: The Strait of Hormuz is open to civilian vessels, and passage requires contacting to obtain route guidance
Gate News update. On April 9, according to a report by UK ITV News, Iran’s deputy foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz remains open to all civilian vessels, and that reports claiming the strait has been closed are untrue. Since the area contains war remnants including mines, all ships must contact the Iranian authorities to receive guidance on a safe route. At present, all vessels that have completed communication with Iran’s authorities have been granted passage permission.