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Iran war live: Hormuz Strait ‘closed’ as Tehran says no date for US talks

IRGC says the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the US stops blockading Iranian ports.

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Tankers anchored in the Strait of Hormuz, Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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By Mariamne Everett and Nils Adler
Published On 19 Apr 2026

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  • Iran and the US have made progress in negotiations but are still a long way from a deal, according to Iran’s chief negotiator – amplifying concerns about a possible return to war when their ceasefire expires on Wednesday.
  • Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh says no date has been set for a new round of face-to-face talks with the US and slams Washington’s refusal to abandon its “maximalist” demands.