Ships Told They Can Use South Hormuz Route With Signals On (opens original article in a new tab)

Ships are permitted to use the southern route of the Strait of Hormuz with signals on, as per a naval advisory, amid shifting security assessments and ongoing concerns about mine risks and traffic congestion.

• Ships can transit the Strait of Hormuz's southern route anytime with signals on, according to a naval information group.
• JMIC advised against coordination with the US navy for southern route transit but noted potential mine risks and congestion.
• JMIC lowered the security threat level in Hormuz to 'moderate' from 'substantial' after a US-Iran peace deal.