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Iran States Strait of Hormuz 'Fully Open' During Ceasefire with US; European Stocks Surge

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Published Apr 18, 2026 2:03 AM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 12:57 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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Iran announced that the Strait of Hormuz will be 'fully open' during a ceasefire with the US.
Upon hearing this news, oil prices plunged over 10%, while European stocks closed higher today.

Iran announced that the Strait of Hormuz will be 'fully open' during a ceasefire with the US. Upon hearing this news, oil prices plunged over 10%, while European stocks closed higher today.

PRIMARY SOURCE CNA (Central News Agency) View source Distributor: CNA (Central News Agency)
Published: Apr 18, 2026

(Central News Agency, London, April 17, International News) Iran stated that the Strait of Hormuz will be 'fully open' during a ceasefire with the United States. Upon hearing this news, oil prices plunged over 10%, and European stocks closed higher today.

The FTSE 100 index in London rose 77.64 points, or 0.73%, to close at 10667.63 points.

The DAX index in Frankfurt rose 547.77 points, or 2.27%, to close at 24702.24 points.

The CAC 40 index in Paris rose 162.43 points, or 1.97%, to close at 8425.13 points. (Translator: Xu Ruicheng) 1150418

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FAQ

What did Iran state regarding the Strait of Hormuz during the ceasefire?

Iran stated that the Strait of Hormuz will be 'fully open' during a ceasefire with the United States.

By how much did oil prices drop after the news from Iran was announced?

Oil prices plunged over 10% upon hearing the news regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

How did the FTSE 100 index in London perform according to the article?

The FTSE 100 index in London rose 77.64 points, or 0.73%, to close at 10667.63 points.

What were the closing details of the DAX index in Frankfurt?

The DAX index in Frankfurt rose 547.77 points, or 2.27%, to close at 24702.24 points.

What change was observed in the CAC 40 index in Paris?

The CAC 40 index in Paris rose 162.43 points, or 1.97%, to close at 8425.13 points.

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