US President Donald Trump has announced the resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, including oil tankers. He declared an end to the US naval blockade of Iran and outlined safe passage routes. Under an agreement with Iran and Oman, these countries will be able to regulate shipping rules in the strait, and free passage will last for 60 days.
- Trump announced the resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Ships, particularly those carrying oil, are using the southern safe route.
- The US has lifted its naval blockade of Iran; no transit fees will be charged.
- Iran and Oman will be granted the right to determine the rules governing the strait themselves.
- Free passage for ships will last for 60 days, after which Iran will be able to charge a fee.
Resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz
President of the United States Donald Trump On 15 June, it was announced that shipping would resume via Strait of Hormuz. “Ships have set sail, many of them loaded with oil, from the Strait of Hormuz. They will take the southern route, which is completely safe, calm and ideal,” he wrote on the social media platform Truth Social. Trump also noted that there are other routes through the strait.
Lifting of the naval blockade of Iran
On Monday night, the US President announced the suspension of the US naval blockade of Iran. According to him, Tehran will not impose tolls for passage through the strait, which opens up new opportunities for the resumption of normal shipping in the region.
New rules governing the Strait of Hormuz
The Fars News Agency, citing a source, reported that under an agreement between the US, Iran and Oman, these two countries will be granted the right to determine the rules governing the Strait of Hormuz independently. In particular, the term “maritime services” in the text of the agreement implies US recognition of Iran’s right to levy fees for the passage of vessels.
Temporary conditions for the free passage of vessels
According to the agency’s source, Iran will allow ships to pass through the strait free of charge for only 60 days. After this period, the Iranian side plans to charge fees to fund economic development. This could alter the economic situation in the region and affect global energy markets.
Significance for the global oil trade
The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for oil supplies from the Persian Gulf region. The resumption of shipping, particularly of oil, through the strait following the lifting of the US blockade suggests a possible easing of tensions in the region and the stabilisation of energy supplies to global markets.
