Vance says US allows more than dozen ships through to Iranian ports, lifting blockade under deal

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View in Browser Vance says US allows more than dozen ships through to Iranian ports, lifting blockade under deal June 18, 2026 Vice President JD Vance made the announcement Thursday at a White House press briefing, where he said more oil is now flowing through the Strait of Hormuz. Vance says more than 12.5 million barrels went through the shipping channel Wednesday night. Read more Want more from AP News? Sign up for Morning Wire and Afternoon Wire for a rundown of the top stories of the day. ADVERTISEMENT SUPPORT THE AP. DONATE. Manage preferences  | Privacy policy | Unsubscribe     *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in advertising, contact us here.