Iran told IMO member states that non-hostile ships may transit the Strait of Hormuz after coordinating with its authorities, as about 3,200 vessels remain stranded in the Gulf and attacks on ships continue.
Iran said non-hostile ships may pass through the Strait of Hormuz if they coordinate with Iranian authorities, according to a letter distributed Tuesday to member states of the International Maritime Organization. The update comes as around 3,200 vessels are stranded in the Gulf. The new report also states that at least 22 ships have been attacked by Iran since the conflict began, adding to concerns over shipping security in the strategic waterway.