Strait of Hormuz transits at lowest in over two months after attacks, data shows

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil trade, has seen its lowest number of transits in over two months. This decline comes after recent attacks on vessels passing through the strait, which has raised concerns about the safety of shipping in the region. The data, provided by analytics firm Kpler, shows that only seven commodity vessels passed through the strait on Tuesday, the lowest figure since July 23. This decrease in shipping activity could have significant implications for oil prices and global trade.

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The Strait of Hormuz is a critical shipping route for crude oil. Reduced transits through the strait could lead to lower crude supply and higher prices.

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