US Central Command denies Strait of Hormuz closure claims, affirms normal shipping
US Central Command has dismissed Iranian claims of a Strait of Hormuz closure, confirming that international commercial shipping continues as normal.
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US Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to international commercial shipping, rejecting repeated Iranian claims about the closure of one of the world’s most vital maritime passages.
CENTCOM stated that commercial vessel traffic through the strait is proceeding normally, emphasizing that Iran does not control this crucial waterway. The statement came in response to reports suggesting disruptions to navigation in the area.
The US command added that thousands of commercial ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz over the past four months without any reported obstacles, reflecting the true state of maritime activity in the region.
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The Strait of Hormuz holds strategic importance as a key artery of global trade, with around 20% of the world’s oil passing through it. Any developments affecting navigation are closely watched due to their potential impact on energy markets and the global economy.
CENTCOM reiterated that shipping in the Strait of Hormuz continues uninterrupted, and that claims of its closure do not reflect the reality on the ground, according to its statement.