Strait of Hormuz: A Blockade in Limbo The standoff at the Strait of Hormuz has become a complex diplomatic stalemate, with neither side willing to yield on its demands.
Iranian authorities insist that the strait remains blocked despite US President Donald Trump's claims of "total control.
" Vessel transits through the waterway have plummeted to near three month lows, averaging just 13 ships daily, a staggering 90% decline from pre conflict levels when over 130 vessels traversed the strait each day.