As U.S. Blockade of Strait of Hormuz Looms, Oil Tankers Detour to Avoid It
As the U.S. military's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz approaches, oil tankers from various countries are altering their routes to avoid the area. This is heightening concerns about global oil supply and having a significant impact on the shipping industry.
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- 📰 Published: April 13, 2026 at 12:38
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Key News of the US-Iran War
Central Message
(CNA, Singapore, 13th, Comprehensive Foreign Report) With the US-Iran ceasefire talks broken down, the United States is scheduled to begin a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz tonight at 10 PM. The latest shipping data shows that oil tankers from various countries are either rushing to pass through before the blockade or avoiding this critical waterway.
Reuters reports that US President Donald Trump announced yesterday that the US Navy will blockade the Strait of Hormuz, further jeopardizing an already fragile two-week ceasefire agreement.
According to data from the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) and energy market intelligence firm Kpler, the Pakistani-flagged tankers "Shalamar" and "Khairpur" had already entered the Persian Gulf yesterday and are heading to the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait today to load crude oil and petroleum products, respectively.
The data shows that the Liberian-flagged Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) "Mombasa B" also passed through the Strait of Hormuz earlier yesterday and is currently sailing empty in the Persian Gulf.
In addition, the Maltese-flagged VLCC "Agios Fanourios I" attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, originally scheduled to go to Iraq to load crude oil, but has since turned back and is currently anchored in the waters near the Gulf of Oman.
US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated yesterday that starting at 10:00 AM Eastern Time on the 13th (10:00 PM Taiwan time on the 13th), the US military will implement a blockade on all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports. "This blockade will be enforced equally against all national vessels entering and exiting Iranian ports and coastal areas, including all Iranian ports in the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman."
The United States now officially refers to the Persian Gulf as the Arabian Gulf in its official language.
The statement mentioned that the US military will not obstruct the freedom of navigation for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz to and from non-Iranian ports, and will issue a formal notice to mariners before the blockade begins, informing the private shipping industry of the relevant details.
Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards stated yesterday that any military vessel attempting to approach the Strait of Hormuz will be considered a violation of the ceasefire agreement and will be dealt with severely and decisively. (Compiled by: Chang Ming-hsuan) 1150413
Central Message
(CNA, Singapore, 13th, Comprehensive Foreign Report) With the US-Iran ceasefire talks broken down, the United States is scheduled to begin a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz tonight at 10 PM. The latest shipping data shows that oil tankers from various countries are either rushing to pass through before the blockade or avoiding this critical waterway.
Reuters reports that US President Donald Trump announced yesterday that the US Navy will blockade the Strait of Hormuz, further jeopardizing an already fragile two-week ceasefire agreement.
According to data from the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) and energy market intelligence firm Kpler, the Pakistani-flagged tankers "Shalamar" and "Khairpur" had already entered the Persian Gulf yesterday and are heading to the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait today to load crude oil and petroleum products, respectively.
The data shows that the Liberian-flagged Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) "Mombasa B" also passed through the Strait of Hormuz earlier yesterday and is currently sailing empty in the Persian Gulf.
In addition, the Maltese-flagged VLCC "Agios Fanourios I" attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, originally scheduled to go to Iraq to load crude oil, but has since turned back and is currently anchored in the waters near the Gulf of Oman.
US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated yesterday that starting at 10:00 AM Eastern Time on the 13th (10:00 PM Taiwan time on the 13th), the US military will implement a blockade on all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports. "This blockade will be enforced equally against all national vessels entering and exiting Iranian ports and coastal areas, including all Iranian ports in the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman."
The United States now officially refers to the Persian Gulf as the Arabian Gulf in its official language.
The statement mentioned that the US military will not obstruct the freedom of navigation for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz to and from non-Iranian ports, and will issue a formal notice to mariners before the blockade begins, informing the private shipping industry of the relevant details.
Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards stated yesterday that any military vessel attempting to approach the Strait of Hormuz will be considered a violation of the ceasefire agreement and will be dealt with severely and decisively. (Compiled by: Chang Ming-hsuan) 1150413