STRAIT OF HORMUZ, Middle East — No oil or gas tankers crossed the Strait of Hormuz during the first 24 hours of a ceasefire between Iran, the United States, and Israel, highlighting ongoing instability in the region.
According to ship-tracking firm Kpler, only four bulk carriers passed through the critical waterway during that period, while oil and gas tankers—key to global energy supply—remained absent. The hesitation persisted even after Iran signaled the strait was open, reflecting continued concerns among shipping operators.
Following Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, Iranian state media reported the strait was “fully closed” again, and vessel movement halted entirely. At least one ship reportedly turned back mid-transit, reinforcing uncertainty about safe passage.
Kpler officials described the situation as effectively shut down, citing fears of naval mines and warnings from Iran that vessels should coordinate with its military for safe transit.
The disruption threatens to delay any potential drop in global fuel prices, with analysts warning it could take weeks for markets to stabilize even if the ceasefire holds. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical chokepoints for oil shipments.
While the ceasefire remained intact during its first day, uncertainty continues over whether a longer-term agreement will emerge.
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