Iran says Iraq exempt from any Strait of Hormuz restrictions

A map showing the Strait of Hormuz is seen in this illustration taken March 23, 2026.. (Photo: Reuters)

April 4 (Reuters) – Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya ​joint military ‌command said Iraq ​would be ​exempt from any ⁠restrictions ​on transit ​through the Strait of Hormuz, ​Iranian ​media reported on Saturday, ‌signaling ⁠preferential treatment for Baghdad ​as ​Tehran ⁠tightens control over ​the ​strategic ⁠waterway.