politics
The US said 55 ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz in a day, despite Iran's declared closure
55 merchant ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz on June 20, the US Central Command announced. The US military claims that safe navigation through the international waterway is maintained, even though Iran had announced the closure of the strait to all types of vessels earlier that day.
TL;DR
- 55 merchant ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz on June 20.
- These ships carried over 17 million barrels of oil.
- The US military stated that safe navigation is maintained.
- This happened shortly after Iran announced the closure of the strait.
- Iran cited US violations and Israeli attacks on Lebanon as reasons for the closure.
- US forces are present to ensure freedom of navigation.
- Mine clearance is ongoing in parts of the waterway.
- Vessels are advised to travel along Oman's territorial waters.
- US President Trump stated there would be no fees for passage through the Strait of Hormuz during a 60-day ceasefire period.