According to media reports, the Qatari LNG carrier transited the strait with Iran’s permission, following a designated route set by Iranian authorities. The vessel passed without incident and is now heading toward international waters.
Three weeks ago, Tehran announced that maritime transit through the Strait of Hormuz would require Iranian approval after accusing the United States of violating a previous understanding.
The vessel’s passage marks the first Qatari LNG shipment to transit the strategic waterway since the new restrictions were introduced by Iran.
MNA