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  • Published: Mon Apr 20, 2026, 7:24 AM

Trump says will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal with Iran

By:Supreeta BalasubramanianElizabeth Gonzales
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Key Events

Summary

  • UAE schools reopen on Monday morning with safety protocols in place.
  • Iran FM spokesperson says 'no decision' on whether Tehran will attend US talks.
  • Iran may join peace talks as Pakistan works to end US blockade
  • Israeli military urges south Lebanon residents to avoid restricted areas, even during the ceasefire.
  • Iran reopened its main Imam Khomeini and Mehrabad airports in Tehran.
  • Lebanese President says aim of talks to 'halt hostile actions, end Israeli occupation'.
  • Iranian envoy says Iran allows ensures safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
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  • 10:48 PM, Apr 20, 2026

    US 'continued violations of ceasefire' obstacle to diplomatic process: Iran FM

  • 10:35 PM, Apr 20, 2026

    Trump says will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal with Iran

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  • 10:31 PM, Apr 20, 2026

    Trump claims Iran has redirected hundreds of oil ships to US ports

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  • 10:25 PM, Apr 20, 2026

    US official says Washington is uncertain who is in charge in Iran

  • 10:18 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 10:01 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 9:40 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 8:25 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 8:19 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 8:16 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 8:11 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 7:58 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 7:43 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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    quote    Honoring commitments is the basis of meaningful dialogue. Deep historical mistrust in Iran toward US gov conduct remains, while unconstructive & contradictory signals from American officials carry a bitter message; they seek Iran's surrender. Iranians do not submit to force.

    Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian

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  • 7:34 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 6:54 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 6:37 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 6:26 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 5:52 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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    Six cruise ships exit Strait of Hormuz

  • 5:37 PM, Apr 20, 2026

    Trump willing to meet Iranian leaders: New York Post

  • 5:30 PM, Apr 20, 2026

    US delegation to arrive in Islamabad within hours

  • 5:29 PM, Apr 20, 2026

    Iran reopens main airports in Tehran: Aviation authority

  • 5:16 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 5:07 PM, Apr 20, 2026

    Sheikh Mohammed pens note to UAE students on first day back to school

    quote    We are a nation that does not pause in the face of challenges. We never stop learning or teaching.

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    quote    Around 75 per cent of our students returned on site for the first day, which is a very encouraging figure. Having such a high proportion of children back with us on day one speaks volumes about the confidence our families have placed in the safety protocols we have in place.

    Nicholas Rickford, principal, Sunmarke School at Fortes Education

  • 4:33 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 2:28 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 2:00 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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  • 1:50 PM, Apr 20, 2026

    Qatar announces gradual resumption of Doha flights from foreign airlines

  • 1:47 PM, Apr 20, 2026

    Kremlin says it hopes Iran talks continue for the good of the Gulf and global economy

  • 1:06 PM, Apr 20, 2026

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