Iran threatens 46 ships in Strait of Hormuz transit crackdown

Tehran said vessels violated protocols for travelling across waterway and could face fines or confiscation

Iran warned on Sunday that vessels accused of violating its transit rules in the Strait of Hormuz could face penalties including detention or confiscation, signaling potential risks for shipping through one of the world’s most strategically important waterways. In a series of posts on X, Iran’s state-controlled Persian

The warning heightens risks for the charterers and shipowners whose vessels transit through the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for the world's energy shipments.

Continued economic pressure could prompt Iran to target Gulf oil exports and US economic interests, Tehran has said.

Iran warns that ships violating Hormuz transit rules risk detention, seizure  Dawn

Fewer than 20 ships transit key Strait of Hormuz over weekend, data shows  Reuters

Less than 20 ships transit Strait of Hormuz over weekend Fewer than 20 vessels have travelled through the Strait of Hormuz during the weekend, data from Kpler showed.  Four vessels crossed the strait on Sunday, with 13 others transiting on Saturday.  The full count remains unclear, as some ships had switched off

How ships navigate a deadly maze in the Strait of Hormuz  CNN

More vessels are navigating the Strait of Hormuz with their location devices turned off to evade attacks by Iran, adding to the threat of collisions.

The crucial waterway's operator says low rainfall caused by the ocean pattern had led to the decision.

At least 15 ships part of stealth operation have been attacked by Iran since beginning of June