Iranian state media report that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed following continued Israeli attacks on Iranian allies in Lebanon. Two Iranian media outlets published data from a vessel tracking website showing a Panama-flagged ship approaching the strait before turning back, with the caption: "The Strait of Hormuz is completely closed, forcing oil tankers to return." White House spokeswoman Caroline Leavitt told reporters at a briefing that all reports suggesting the strait is closed are false and that there has been an "increase" in the number of ships passing through it. Leavitt added that Trump is aware of these "unacceptable" false reports and has received assurances from U.S. officials that the passage is indeed open. Meanwhile, commercial shipping broker SSY confirmed to BBC Verify that ships in the Gulf have received a message from the IRGC stating: "The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, and permission from the Revolutionary Guard is required to pass through this route. Any ship attempting to enter the strait without permission will be targeted and destroyed." Due to renewed tensions, oil prices have risen slightly, by about three percent, compared to yesterday when a two-week ceasefire agreement was announced. However, it remains below $100 per barrel, hovering around $97.