What is Iran's policy for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz?

Iran permits passage for vessels it considers friendly and without links to the United States or Israel.

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The Strait of Hormuz is critical for approximately 20% of global oil and LNG flows.

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Strait of Hormuz Reopens: Ships Navigate Iranian Waters

Q: Which ships have transited the Strait of Hormuz since Thursday?

Three Omani-operated tankers, a French-owned container ship, and a Japanese-owned gas carrier have transited the Strait of Hormuz since Thursday.

4 Apr

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Summary

Several vessels including Omani tankers and a French container ship passed through.
Iran permitted passage for ships it deems friendly, avoiding US or Israeli links.
The Strait is a critical route for about a fifth of global oil and LNG flows.

Strait of Hormuz Reopens: Ships Navigate Iranian Waters

Since Thursday, three Omani-operated tankers, a French-owned container ship, and a Japanese-owned gas carrier have successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz. This passage aligns with Iran's policy of permitting vessels it deems friendly, specifically those without links to the United States or Israel, to use the vital waterway.

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for roughly 20% of global oil and LNG flows, had experienced blockades following airstrikes on Iran. The recent safe passage of these vessels is being closely watched by oil and commodities markets for signs of resumed traffic.