At least 40 ships transited the Strait of Hormuz on Monday (29), according to data from the maritime intelligence company Kpler — a number still significantly lower than the average number of daily crossings recorded before the start of the conflict with Iran in February.
Around 16 of the 40 vessels crossed the Iranian route of the strait, according to Kpler data shared with CNN. Another 12 had their tracking system turned off or traveled via an “unknown” route, the company added.
Before Israel and the US launched attacks against Iran in late February, the average was more than 100 ships transiting the route daily. However, during the conflict, only 13 stops per day.
Transit numbers began to increase after the signing of an agreement between the United States and Iran on June 17, which provided for the reopening of the strait.
The countries set a deadline of , aiming to extend the April ceasefire, discuss Iran’s nuclear program and negotiate a permanent truce.
However, progress has been uneven, with both sides accusing the other of violating agreed terms.
A high-ranking Iranian official said this Tuesday (30), but that, unlike previous technical negotiations between Iranian and US teams in Switzerland, the focus would be on managing the Strait of Hormuz and reducing tensions.
Another official familiar with the plans said technical teams from the US and Iran were expected to meet separately with mediators from Qatar and Pakistan on Wednesday.
