Saudi Arabia and the UAE have pressed Washington to maintain the blockade and sanctions to compel Iran to sign a new agreement, citing Houthi attacks in Yemen and threats to oil exports. Conversely, Qatar and Oman are advocating for a phased reopening of the strait. Qatari mediators have proposed a 7 day pause in fighting to facilitate peace talks in Oman as early as next week.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Trump Rejects Lifting Iran Blockade and Demands Hormuz Reopen Without Conditions
Commodities22 days ago
The US government will maintain its economic siege and naval restrictions on Tehran, reported Al Arabiya's Washington bureau chief. President Donald Trump has informed Iran that the naval blockade will not be lifted and is demanding the Strait of Hormuz be reopened without conditions, according to the Wall Street Journal. This refusal to offer concessions complicates efforts by mediators to wind down the war through diplomacy.
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