Iran Tightens Control Over Hormuz Strait, Affecting Global Energy Supply

Iran is reportedly strengthening its control over the Hormuz Strait through semi-official mechanisms, according to BlockBeats. Sources indicate that Iran is requiring transiting vessels to submit crew and cargo lists and is imposing fees on certain high-value ships. Approval for these measures must be obtained from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, with fees often communicated through intermediaries, primarily targeting oil tankers and liquefied gas carriers. Currently, passage through the strait is restricted, with a noticeable decrease in the number of transiting vessels, most of which are associated with Iran or its allied nations. Although Iranian officials claim the strait remains open, normal traffic has not resumed. This situation is putting pressure on energy supplies in several Asian countries, with nations like India experiencing shortages of liquefied petroleum gas. Analysts suggest that the ongoing regional conflicts are exacerbating the uncertainty surrounding the Hormuz Strait, a vital global energy corridor.