Overview
- Iran’s foreign minister said Friday the strait is “completely open” for commercial traffic during a 10‑day truce, while officials and the IRGC set strict terms that require pre‑approved routes, permissions, and no military transits.
- U.S. Central Command said its naval blockade and interdiction operations will continue, citing ongoing threats to shipping and a pledge to maintain a visible presence until a broader deal is reached.
- Vessel‑tracking firms reported tankers trying the Iranian route near Larak Island then reversing course, and BIMCO advised ships to steer clear because the threat of naval mines still makes transit unsafe in practice.
- India said no stranded Indian vessel has crossed the strait so far and all seafarers are safe, as authorities manage repatriations and watch for 41 India‑bound cargoes—including crude, LPG, LNG and fertilizer—waiting to clear the chokepoint.
- Iran’s ambassador outlined a push with Oman to reshape navigation rules after the crisis, proposing a verified “safe passage” code, limits on vessels deemed a military threat, and fees for services like pilotage and traffic management.