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Hormuz Traffic Rebounds as Shipping Confidence Returns

Vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz are climbing as shipowners regain confidence in the waterway's safety. The U.S. is providing information to help operators navigate this critical chokepoint. Multiple vessels have successfully cleared the passage, signaling a shift in industry sentiment toward resuming normal operations. The strait handles a significant portion of worldwide oil shipments, making this improvement important for global energy markets. Carriers had grown cautious about the route in recent months, with some choosing longer alternative paths. Restoring traffic could ease supply chain pressures and reduce shipping costs for producers and consumers dependent on Middle East exports.