Key Facts

• Iran said the Strait of Hormuz is open to all commercial vessels, including U.S. ships, during a Lebanon ceasefire.
• Ships must coordinate their plans with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and use lanes Iran says are safe.
• Military ships are still not allowed to pass through the strait.
• Shipping groups want clarity on mine threats and how the new rules will be applied in practice.
• Some companies advise avoiding the area until the mine threat is clear.
• The U.S. Navy also warned about unclear mine risks in parts of the strait.
• President Donald Trump said Iran agreed not to close the strait again and is removing sea mines.
• The strait is a key shipping route; disruptions have caused rerouting and extra costs for shipping companies.