U.S.-Iran ceasefire expires this week with no deal in sight
- Posted on April 19, 2026
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U.S.-Iran ceasefire expires this week with no deal in sight

After briefly reopening the vital economic waterway, Iran has again closed the Strait of Hormuz, saying it will restrict ships from passing through as long as the U.S. continues its blockade.