Several ships attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz but ultimately turned back.

Ship tracking data shows that approximately 10 vessels attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz on the 18th but ultimately turned back. Shipping tracks indicate that several vessels turned back after reaching waters near Iran's Larak Island. Data shows that most of these vessels were oil tankers, and many were destined for India according to the Automatic Identification System (AIS). Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi announced on the 17th that the Strait of Hormuz would be open to all merchant ships during the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel. However, Iranian media reported on the 18th that due to the United States' "repeated breaches of promises," the Iranian military had tightened control over the Strait of Hormuz again. (Xinhua)