A Thai vessel has reportedly been allowed to transit the Strait of Hormuz, less than two weeks after a serious attack on a commercial ship in the same waterway.
According to a statement from the Iranian Embassy in Bangkok, the vessel passed safely through the strait with the cooperation of Iran, Thailand and Oman. The embassy did not disclose the ship’s identity.
The development comes 13 days after the Thai-flagged bulker Mayuree Naree was attacked in the strait, resulting in an engine room fire and leaving three crew members missing. The remaining 20 seafarers were rescued by the Royal Navy of Oman and have since returned to Thailand.
Iranian authorities have indicated that vessels not linked to the United States, Israel or their allies may be granted safe passage through the strait.
Reports have also suggested that Iran is charging up to $2 million for guaranteed safe transit.
Tracking data from Pole Star Global showed continued vessel movements in the area, including the transit of a Chinese-owned LPG carrier through Iranian waters.
The situation highlights the growing complexity of maritime operations in one of the world’s most critical shipping chokepoints.
