International Relations > Strait of Hormuz

Tracking since May 19, 2026 · Latest signal Apr 28, 2026 · 65 matched data points · 97 unclear/no-match

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Iran has re-opened the Strait of Hormuz despite ongoing U.S. sanctions.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 17, 2026 - Apr 24, 2026Target: Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz16 matched entries1 confirmed5 disputed10 neutral77 unclear

The US is being asked to end its blockade of Iran as part of the ongoing diplomatic discussions.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 27, 2026 - Apr 28, 2026Target: The US's blockade of Iran6 matched entries5 confirmed0 disputed1 neutral0 unclear

The actions of both the US and Iran in firing on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz may violate international maritime law.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026 - Apr 21, 2026Target: The legality of military actions by the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz.5 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed5 neutral0 unclear

The U.S. and Iran have agreed to fully open the Strait of Hormuz for commercial vessels.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: positiveDate: Apr 17, 2026 - Apr 20, 2026Target: The agreement to fully open the Strait of Hormuz for commercial vessels.4 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed4 neutral2 unclear

The United States has asserted total control over the Strait of Hormuz, claiming the ability to prevent ships from entering or leaving without its approval.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 23, 2026Target: The United States' assertion of total control over the Strait of Hormuz.4 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed1 neutral8 unclear

There are fears that the Strait of Hormuz may be closed for an extended period due to the US-Iran tensions.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: Closure of the Strait of Hormuz4 matched entries1 confirmed0 disputed3 neutral0 unclear

Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz again due to a US blockade.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 18, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026Target: Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The Strait of Hormuz has experienced heightened tensions due to the incident involving a French vessel being subjected to warning shots.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026 - Apr 20, 2026Target: The Strait of Hormuz's security and stability3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The United States has ordered its Navy to shoot and kill any boat attempting to lay mines in the Strait of Hormuz.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: positiveDate: Apr 23, 2026Target: The United States has ordered its Navy to shoot and kill any boat attempting to lay mines in the Strait of Hormuz.3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The United States is considering diplomatic engagement with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: neutralDate: Apr 28, 2026Target: The United States is considering diplomatic engagement with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.3 matched entries1 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear

The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran is expected to lead to a decrease in oil prices, which may subsequently lower gas prices in the United States.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: positiveDate: Apr 17, 2026 - Apr 18, 2026Target: The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran3 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed1 neutral0 unclear

Chuck Schumer criticizes Donald Trump for lacking a plan to resolve the situation regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026 - Apr 23, 2026Target: Donald Trump's approach to the Strait of Hormuz2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral10 unclear

Deployment of the international mission to restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz will occur only after the Iran war ends.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: neutralDate: Apr 18, 2026Target: Timing of the international mission deployment2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The Strait of Hormuz has been closed again, affecting global oil supply.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026Target: Closure of the Strait of Hormuz2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear

The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical and contested maritime passage due to the recent incidents involving Iranian gunboats and Indian ships.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026Target: The Strait of Hormuz2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, affecting global oil supply and regional stability.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026Target: The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, affecting global oil supply and regional stability.2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear

The Strait of Hormuz remains completely open as declared by Iran.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: neutralDate: Apr 18, 2026Target: The Strait of Hormuz remains completely open as declared by Iran.2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear

The passage of stranded cruise ships through the Strait of Hormuz signifies a temporary easing of geopolitical tensions in the region.

Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: positiveDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The passage of cruise ships through the Strait of Hormuz2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear