The Economic Times

Passage through Strait of Hormuz 'unfeasible' after US actions, says Persian Gulf Strait Authority; halts transit permits

Passage through the Strait of Hormuz is now unfeasible, according to the Persian Gulf Strait Authority. Recent U.S. military actions have prompted a temporary halt to transit permit processing. The authority stated applications will resume once the security situation stabilizes. This announcement follows escalated tensions and U.S. strikes on Iranian military targets. Disruptions here significantly impact global oil supplies and freight movement.