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Vance: No evidence Iran is closing Strait of Hormuz
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Vance: No evidence Iran is closing Strait of Hormuz

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance stated there is no evidence Iran is closing the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Vance noted that 16 million barrels of oil were transported through the strait in the past 24 hours, indicating it remains open.
  • He also mentioned plans to travel to Switzerland for talks with Iran and discussed demining operations in the region.

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance asserted that there is no evidence to suggest Iran is closing the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking on Fox News, Vance highlighted that 16 million barrels of oil were transported through the critical waterway in the preceding 24 hours, a volume he stated has returned to pre-war levels. This observation, he argued, "suggests that the Strait is indeed open," emphasizing its crucial role in the global energy market.

there is no evidence that Iran is closing the Strait of Hormuz

— J.D. VanceU.S. Vice President J.D. Vance's statement on Fox News regarding Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Vance also commented on demining operations in the region, noting that "it will take some time to clear these mines." He further indicated that he expects to travel to Switzerland soon for discussions with Iran, a trip that requires diplomatic coordination and adherence to necessary procedures.

it will take some time to clear these mines

— J.D. VanceVice President Vance's comment on demining operations in the region.

The Vice President's remarks come amid ongoing tensions and concerns over maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for international oil trade.

within the last 24 hours, 16 million barrels of oil were transported from the Strait of Hormuz

— J.D. VanceVice President Vance highlighting the volume of oil transported through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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