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Karoline Leavitt: “The president was very clear and simplistic in his language…”

Featuring: Karoline Leavitt, Republican | White House Press Secretary | National

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Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Briefs Members of the Media, Apr. 8, 2026

Published | Video Starts at 51:54

Would it be acceptable to the United States at the end of all this if the Iranians are able to charge poles in the Strait of Hormuz? I think The president was very clear and simplistic in his language last night... this cease fire is subject to the free, safe and immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. That's very plain language and it should be taken at face value. Does that mean free charge? Kerry, go ahead. Without limitation, including tolls, yes. Kerry, a quick follow up on Etoine. (51:54)

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Asserts that the ceasefire agreement requires the Strait of Hormuz to be reopened without restrictions.

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