Iran has agreed to restrict the number of vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz to approximately 15 per day as part of a 14-day ceasefire arrangement with the United States, mediated by Pakistan. This narrow 21-mile waterway, situated between Iran and Oman, connects the Gulf to the Indian Ocean and handles nearly 20% of the world’s oil shipments.
Since the conflict erupted in late February, the Strait has been effectively closed, causing significant disruptions to global energy supplies and driving oil prices higher. Under the terms of the truce, Iran’s control over maritime transit is expected to be stringent, with movements closely coordinated with its armed forces. Ship passages will remain well below pre-conflict levels and will require specific permissions and adherence to procedures that could further limit the number of vessels allowed to navigate safely each day.
Shipping data and industry reports indicate that traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continues to be markedly reduced despite the ceasefire. Only a small number of ships have passed through since hostilities paused, highlighting ongoing uncertainties regarding the full implementation of the agreement.
