UN welcomes Iran's announcement to open Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping during ceasefire

NEW YORK, 17th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Antonio Guterres, UN Secretary-General, has welcomed the announcement today by Iran that the Strait of Hormuz is completely open for all commercial vessels for the remainder of the ceasefire. In a statement, Stephane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, said that the Secretary-General considers this a step in the right direction.