A container ship owned by French shipping company CMA CGM has passed through the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first known transit by a vessel linked to Western Europe since the start of the conflict. Ship-tracking data confirms the Maltese-flagged Kribi’s crossing, suggesting Iran may not consider France a hostile nation.
The vessel’s passage follows a period where the vital waterway has been virtually blocked since late February. Reports indicate Tehran has permitted some ships from friendly nations to use a pre-approved route through the strait.
Additionally, a liquefied natural gas tanker has entered the Strait of Hormuz, potentially becoming the first of its kind to successfully navigate the waterway since the war began. These movements come as shipping companies and international leaders seek to ensure the flow of vital cargo.