US Advice Lifts Strait of Hormuz Ship Transits as Military Guides Commercial Vessels
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Updated · Bloomberg · May 30
US Advice Lifts Strait of Hormuz Ship Transits as Military Guides Commercial Vessels
10 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · May 30
Ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz increased this week, with shipowners reporting more vessels completed the passage as confidence in the route improved.
At least two shipowners said they were in contact with US military forces, which advised them on how best to navigate the waterway.
US Central Command said its assets are not escorting ships, but the command is continuing to provide guidance to commercial vessels in the region.
The uptick suggests operators are becoming more willing to use the chokepoint again as US support lowers perceived transit risk.
Will Gulf nations' new pipelines truly end the world's reliance on the Strait of Hormuz for energy security?
With Iran planning new transit rules, can international law prevent a global trade crisis in the Strait of Hormuz?
Is the current calm in the Strait of Hormuz a lasting peace or just a temporary truce before the next crisis?