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6. No quick fix for return to normal shipping in Strait of Hormuz

Fri Apr 17, 2026, 10:11 AM

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https://www.bbc.com/news/live/cqxdg17yr2wt

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09:58

On the face of it, Iran’s reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is welcome news, but the reality could be more complicated.

The major shipping companies have continually stressed that the safety of their crews and vessels is their top priority.

It is likely they will want to see a sustained cessation of hostilities before they feel they can return to what was an important route for global shipping.
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The closest comparison is when ships avoided the route through the Red Sea and Suez Canal after Houthi rebels began attacking ships in December 2023. It took more than two years for a limited return to begin which only happened after months went by without any attacks.
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