Hormuz traffic slows as uncertainty over waterway persists

Shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has slowed as uncertainty persists regarding the status of the strategic waterway. The situation follows conflicting claims, with US President Donald Trump asserting that the strait is open, while Iranian officials maintain that it remains closed to shipping. Drone footage captured on June 15, 2026, from Musandam, Oman, shows vessels in the area. However, reports from the Jerusalem Post indicate that the ongoing uncertainty regarding the security and accessibility of this vital route has impacted the normal flow of maritime traffic.