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India-linked ships accounted for 20% of outbound transit requests through the Strait of Hormuz, second only to China's 21%, while India was the largest origin for vessels entering the Gulf with 21% of requests. Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority reported over 200 transit permit applications from non-Iranian vessels, with tankers making up 41% of requests.

Only four ships, including one oil tanker and three container ships, crossed the Strait of Hormuz since this morning, marking the lowest traffic level since a memorandum of understanding was signed on 17 June. The vessels departed from Oman and the United Arab Emirates, but their destinations and ownership details were later concealed as they returned through the strait.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy coordinated the safe transit of 28 commercial vessels, including oil tankers and container ships, through the Strait of Hormuz under designated routes and authorization. All ships required Iran’s approval to pass through the strait.

Iran released video footage showing its forces seizing two container ships in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming the action is retaliation for the U.S. capture of vessels earlier this week. The incident highlights escalating tensions in the region.

Iran has released video footage of its forces seizing two container ships in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming it is retaliation for the U.S. capture of two vessels this week. The incident highlights escalating tensions in the region, as reported by Charlie D'Agata.