Over 40 countries meet to discuss ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

NPR | By Fatima Al-Kassab,

Steve Inskeep

Published April 3, 2026 at 4:44 AM EDT

Foreign ministers from more than 40 countries meet virtually to discuss President Trump's request for help in ensuring shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Fatima Al-Kassab

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