An unnamed high-ranking Iranian source told the Russian state news agency TASS that Iran will, in accordance with a ceasefire agreement with the United States, limit the number of vessels that can pass through the Strait of Hormuz daily to a maximum of 15.
This narrow sea passage, about 34 kilometers wide between Iran and Oman, provides an exit from the Gulf into the Indian Ocean.
The Strait of Hormuz is a major maritime route for approximately one-fifth of the world's oil shipments, as well as other key commodities, including fertilizers and LNG.
Due to its geostrategic importance, any change in navigation rules directly affects global energy markets and supply chains.
According to published reports, the passage has been largely closed since the end of February, when conflict erupted in the region.
This has led to a sharp increase in oil prices on global exchanges, as traders and shippers began factoring in the risk of limited access to this key trade route.