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More tankers struck in the Middle East as Iran reiterates conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CNBC World

What happened

Tehran's conditions include a halt to U.S.

"acts of aggression," an end to the naval blockade and economic warfare, and the release of Iranian assets.

Key facts

  • Reported by CNBC World and published Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:35:35 UTC.

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  1. Iran says Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until conditions are met, says reports

  2. Iran says Hormuz to remain closed until US meets conditions

  3. More tankers struck in the Middle East as Iran reiterates conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz

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