Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed despite ceasefire - NYT

The The New York Times reported that the Strait of Hormuz remained effectively closed on Wednesday, nearly 24 hours after a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, with no oil or gas tankers passing through the vital waterway.

Citing data from ship-tracking firm Kpler, the report said only a handful of bulk cargo vessels crossed the strait, while tanker traffic remained halted.

The report said uncertainty over safety conditions, including the presence of sea mines and conflicting guidance from Iranian authorities, has contributed to the near standstill in maritime traffic. "Iran said vessels must coordinate with its military and follow designated routes, while lingering concerns among shipping companies and insurers have further slowed movement," the report said.