Al Jazeera reports from Hormuz Island as Iran says it controls the strait
Al Jazeera has reported from Hormuz Island, where Iran claims to control the strategic strait. The report includes insights into the current shipping situation in the area. Iran is also in talks with Oman regarding safe transit mechanisms.
- ▪Al Jazeera has exclusive access to Hormuz Island.
- ▪Iran asserts its control over the strait.
- ▪Negotiations for safe transit mechanisms are ongoing with Oman.
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Toggle PlayAl Jazeera reports from Hormuz Island as Iran’s military says it controls the straitNewsFeedAl Jazeera reports from Hormuz Island as Iran says it controls the straitAl Jazeera has been given exclusive access to Iran’s Hormuz Island, where reporter Tohid Asadi has been able to see the shipping situation in the strait. Iran says negotiations for a mechanism for safe transit are under way with Oman.Published On 18 May 202618 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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