PNN – Agence France-Presse (AFP) has highlighted a sharp decline in cargo ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz over the past six months.
According to the report of Pakistan News Network; AFP reported—citing data from the firm Kpler—that the average number of cargo ship transits has dropped to 10 per day; prior to the onset of US aggression against Iran, this figure stood at 95.
The report notes that the strategic Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed six months into the US aggression and the escalation of tensions in the Persian Gulf, resulting in an 85% reduction in cargo ship traffic and maritime trade.
The report states that following the signing of an agreement between the two sides in Islamabad, at least 36 ships passed through this waterway daily; however, this situation proved unstable, and the number of vessels dropped to 15 in August.
It is worth noting that the Islamic Republic of Iran, asserting its dominance over the Strait of Hormuz and its control of the area, has repeatedly declared that ships must adhere to the route designated by Tehran to ensure safe passage through the strait.