Hormuz ship traffic climbs after war deal: trackers

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Hormuz ship traffic climbs after war deal: trackers

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Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz increased significantly following a deal to halt the US-Iran war, with 25 commercial vessels passing through the strait on a single day. This marks the highest traffic in two months, reflecting easing tensions in the region.

Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz rose to its busiest in two months after a deal to halt the US-Iran war, maritime trackers said on Friday. A total of 25 commercial vessels crossed the newly reopened strait on Thursday, the highest number since mid-April, according to data from tracking firm AXSMarine -- more than three times the average of just over seven a day since early March.

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