July 9, 2026

Strait of Hormuz

The recent closure of the Strait of Hormuz, precipitated by US-Israeli attacks on Iran and subsequent Iranian retaliation, has caused significant disruptions in global energy markets, particularly affecting oil and LNG traffic.

Jeremy: Will the Strait of Hormuz reopen to all LNG traffic before 31st July 2026? The strategically important shipping route of the Strait of Hormuz is pictured separating the nations of the United Arab Emirates and Iran. It also separates the main water bodies of the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.
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Jeremy: Will the Strait of Hormuz reopen to all LNG traffic before 31st July 2026?

Jeremy Lichtman July 2, 2026 34
Obtaining outside data.Checking internet sources, using keywords: Strait of Hormuz LNG traffic reopeningNews from various sources: The...
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Will the Strait of Hormuz reopen to all international maritime LNG traffic before July 31, 2026? “Today, U.S. forces lifted the blockade on all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports and coastal areas, in accordance with the President’s direction,” CENTCOM said in a statement. “American forces are not impeding the transit of vessels to or from Iranian ports on the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman. All U.S. military blockade enforcement efforts have ceased.”
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Will the Strait of Hormuz reopen to all international maritime LNG traffic before July 31, 2026?

Phillip Godzin June 18, 2026 173
Insurance, mine clearance, and confidence are the key bottlenecks. Even if Iran and the US say the...
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Phil: Will the Strait of Hormuz reopen to all international maritime LNG traffic before July 31, 2026? “U.S. forces disabled Palau-flagged M/T Settebello as it transited the Gulf of Oman,” CENTCOM said in a statement. “A U.S. aircraft fired precision munitions into the ship’s engine room after the crew repeatedly failed to comply with directions from American forces.”
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Phil: Will the Strait of Hormuz reopen to all international maritime LNG traffic before July 31, 2026?

Phillip Godzin June 11, 2026 175
Live trackers (e.g., straits.live on June 11) confirm only ~2 transits vs. ~94/day normal, with Brent crude...
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Jeremy: Will the Strait of Hormuz reopen to all international maritime LNG traffic before July 31, 2026? June 11, 2026: US takeover of Iran’s Kharg Island might be quick but would pose risks to troops, experts say.
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Jeremy: Will the Strait of Hormuz reopen to all international maritime LNG traffic before July 31, 2026?

Jeremy Lichtman June 12, 2026 64
Overall, the situation in the Strait of Hormuz reflects a complex mix of geopolitical, economic, and technological...
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