B1 English News | Can Iran and Oman Reopen the Strait?

Learn English through today’s real news. Natural-pace English at B1, with a full transcript. In this episode: Iran says a shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz is in final stages, but it may only be temporary and safety is still uncertain. Also: The FDA approves Moderna's mRNA seasonal flu vaccine for adults 50 and older, with trial results showing fewer flu cases. Today’s English focus: be going to, to talk about a future plan or something we expect to happen = to talk about a future plan or something we expect to happen. Vocabulary: the strait (a narrow waterway between two pieces of land), temporary (lasting for a limited time), fee (money you pay for a service or use). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/english-b1-2026-08-06