TEHRAN: Iran on Thursday introduced new navigation routes for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, warning of potential dangers posed by sea mines in key sections of the channel.
The move comes as Tehran agreed to a temporary reopening of the crucial maritime corridor under a two-week ceasefire arrangement. The strait, a vital artery for global energy supplies, typically carries around 20% of the world’s oil shipments.
In a statement carried by local media, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) advised all ships to use designated alternative paths when entering or exiting the waterway to reduce the risk of accidents or encounters with explosive devices.
Authorities also outlined specific instructions for safe passage, including revised entry and exit points aimed at ensuring maritime security during the truce period.
The development follows a late-night agreement between Iran and the United States to implement a short-term ceasefire, reached just before a deadline set by Donald Trump, who had warned of severe consequences if Tehran did not comply with demands to restore shipping access.
Iran had effectively restricted movement through the strait since early March, a move that triggered sharp increases in global oil prices and raised concerns over supply disruptions.
