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With the U.S. absent, Europe leads the push to reopen he Strait of Hormuz

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More than 40 countries are trying to get ships moving again through the Strait of Hormuz. It's a critical route for global oil, and prices have climbed to more than $100 a barrel. The U.S. isn’t part of the latest talks and is telling other countries to step up.

Here & Now's Scott Tong talks with Ali Velshi, host and chief data reporter for MS NOW, about the latest.

This segment aired on April 2, 2026.

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