Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains virtually at a standstill on Monday, according to maritime tracking platforms. This continues despite US President Donald Trump’s claim that vessels are beginning to cross again under a deal aimed at ending the war with Iran. Sources reporting the situation say tracked traffic stays extremely low, suggesting crossings have not resumed in any meaningful volume.
In parallel, reporting highlights a developing dispute involving Iran’s plan to impose charges on shipping using the strategic waterway. The discussion centers on whether Iran would charge tolls or apply “maritime service fees,” with the terminology and legal framing becoming part of the broader controversy. The reports indicate that the fee issue is unfolding alongside ongoing uncertainty about the status of maritime activity in the region.
Overall, the accounts converge on two points: traffic through the strait is not showing clear signs of recovery, and Iran’s intended levies or fees for shipping are drawing international attention as ships remain largely stationary.
