Iran announced that most international vessels will still be allowed to pᴀss through the Strait of Hormuz, but ships connected to the United States and Israel will not be permitted to transit the strategic waterway.

The statement came amid rising military tensions in the Gulf region, where the Strait of Hormuz—one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes—has become a focal point of the ongoing confrontation. Iranian officials said that while Tehran does not intend to block global trade entirely, restrictions will apply specifically to vessels linked to countries it considers hostile, particularly the U.S. and Israel.

Roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil supply normally moves through the Strait of Hormuz, making any disruption there a major concern for global energy markets and maritime security.

Despite the tense situation, reports indicate that some international ships have continued navigating the pᴀssage, suggesting that Iran’s restrictions are selective rather than a complete closure of the waterway.

The announcement highlights how the Strait of Hormuz has become a central pressure point in the broader geopolitical standoff, with the potential to significantly impact global trade, oil prices, and regional stability if tensions escalate further.