Hormuz shipping traffic resumes

Despite the limited passage of certain vessels, thousands of ships remain stranded as the Revolutionary Guard maintains effective control over the waterway.

The partial reopening is seen as a tactical move by Tehran to alleviate pressure on its allies while continuing to challenge Western dominance.

President Trump has reiterated threats to strike civilian infrastructure if the blockade is not fully lifted, creating a volatile environment for international trade.

The crisis has pushed Brent crude above $110 a barrel, with analysts warning that a full resolution remains unlikely in the near term.