Decrease in Strait of Hormuz traffic
The Strait of Hormuz has experienced a noticeable decline in maritime traffic in recent days, with only four ships passing through on Sunday compared to eight on the previous day. This comes amid escalating military tensions between the United States and Iran. Since Friday, three oil product tankers and a gigantic crude oil tanker have entered the strait to load oil shipments, while Washington and Tehran exchange accusations over targeting maritime transportation. The U.S. has imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports and accuses Iran of targeting ships that violate its rules. The Strait of Hormuz is a passage through which about one-fifth of the world's oil trade passes, highlighting its strategic importance for trade and security in the region.
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