First ships pass Strait of Hormuz amid low traffic post-ceasefire

The first two vessels have transited the Strait of Hormuz since a U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Despite this development, overall traffic remains low, with oil tanker movement halted following an Israeli attack on Lebanon. Iran has indicated it will charge tolls in cryptocurrency for oil tankers and inspect vessels for weapons, leading to uncertainty in maritime operations. U.S. officials claim the strait is open for navigation, but shipping companies remain cautious as they seek guarantees on crew safety.