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US says Strait of Hormuz southern route remains free and open
The statement from U.S. Central Command comes as the U.S. national security adviser says a deal with Iran is close.
CNBC Markets reports that U.S. Central Command said the southern route of the Strait of Hormuz remains free and open.
The outlet also tied the message to remarks from U.S. national security adviser Bessent that a deal with Iran is close.
The comments highlight continued U.S. messaging about maritime access through a key chokepoint for global energy shipping.
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