Iran allows 15 vessels to transit Hormuz Strait after approval
Fifteen ships crossed the Strait of Hormuz in the past day after receiving Tehran’s permission, Iranian media reported. Traffic through the strategic waterway remains 90 percent below levels seen before the US‑Israeli offensive on Iran began in late February. The decline has raised concerns in Türkiye over energy security and regional stability.
According to Iran’s semi‑official Fars News Agency, 15 vessels were granted authorization by Iranian authorities to navigate the Strait of Hormuz over the last 24 hours. The waterway, a critical chokepoint for global oil supplies, has seen a dramatic drop in maritime activity since the joint US‑Israeli military campaign against Iran was launched on February 28.
Sharp Decline in Maritime Traffic
The news agency noted that current ship traffic stands 90 percent lower than before the attacks, which have so far claimed more than 1,340 lives, including former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In retaliation, Iran has carried out drone and missile strikes targeting Israel as well as Jordan, Iraq, and Gulf states hosting American military assets. Tehran has also imposed restrictions on vessel movements through the strait, further tightening its control over the vital passage.
Implications for Türkiye
As a major energy importer, Türkiye closely monitors developments in the Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant portion of regional oil and gas transits. Any prolonged disruption could affect Turkish energy costs and supply chains. Ankara has consistently called for restraint and diplomatic solutions, warning that further escalation would harm not only the Gulf but also neighbouring countries, including Türkiye.
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