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cnbc_topnews apr 17, 2026

Video shows ships turning away from the Strait of Hormuz as confusion persists over whether sea lane is really open

Strait of Hormuz effectively closed despite Iran's declaration it is open, causing ships to turn away.

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a video showed ships turning away from the strait of hormuz on friday. iran had declared the sea lane open, but maritime freight and oil analysts told cnbc it remained effectively closed. the confusion over the strait's status persisted, with vessels altering course.
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