Hormuz traffic hits post-war peak as nations seek safe passage deal with Tehran

Shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz surged to its highest level since the start of the US war on Iran, as an increasing number of countries make arrangements with Tehran to ensure safe passage for their vessels, Bloomberg reported.

As many as 21 ships crossed the strait during this past weekend, the highest level over a two-day period since early March. However, traffic remains significantly lower than pre-war levels, which saw approximately 135 ships passing daily, according to the news agency.

Iranian ships continue to dominate shipping traffic in the strait, alongside gas tankers linked to India, reflecting the expanded scope of bilateral understandings with Tehran to secure supplies; ships linked to Japan and China were also able to cross.