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The deal called for Iran to “make arrangements” for the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has interpreted that to mean it can designate which routes ships take.
The team's phones and satellite equipment went dark within minutes of leaving the harbor.
Shipping companies had hoped to get their stranded vessels out, but faced uncertainty as violence flared again in the region.
Iran has allowed a small number of vessels to pass, but that won’t alleviate pressure or risk for the shipping industry and energy markets any time soon.
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Countries and companies have been negotiating with the Iranian authorities to secure passage. Some patterns are emerging.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passageway for oil shipments, remained unsafe for tanker passage. Iran has been firing projectiles and laying mines.