reopen

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The deal would allow for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen for two weeks, while the U.S. would suspend attacks on Iran.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

Surging oil prices have plagued the market the past few weeks—but the U.S. and Iran struck a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, sending crude prices sharply lower.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

He added: "Together with our partners we must do all we can to support and sustain this ceasefire, turn it into a lasting agreement and reopen the Strait of Hormuz."

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Even if the Strait of Hormuz were to fully reopen, it would still take “at least weeks and most likely more than a month to fully restore shipping lanes and maritime traffic,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

If Daario could convince the Lhazarene to reopen the overland trade routes, grains could be brought down the river or over the hills at need... but the Lamb Men had no reason to love Meereen.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin