Iran Permits Two Oil Tankers to Transit Strait of Hormuz

permitted two oil tankers to transit the Strait of Hormuz recently, according to reports. One vessel is registered in India and subject to sanctions. The second tanker's origin remains unspecified, with no details provided on their cargoes or destinations.

This action follows previous interactions with vessels in the area amid regional tensions. Approximately one-fifth of the world's oil passes through the strait annually.

forces added a second aircraft carrier to the Strait of Hormuz blockade, turning around 34 ships, as reported 9 hours ago. Separately, US forces seized the oil tanker Majestic X amid an escalation in the Hormuz standoff, noted 13 hours ago. US and Iran have imposed a dual blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions, according to reports from 13 hours ago.

Baker Hughes predicted the strait would stay partially closed until late 2026, also from 13 hours ago. An earlier report from 16 hours ago stated that US and Iran blockaded the Strait of Hormuz, with UK warship deployment considered unlikely.

markets showed a decline in odds for UK warship deployment by April 30 to 1.7 percent yes, down from 2 percent. This followed Iran's allowance of the tankers, indicating a potential softer stance. The market for crude oil reaching an all-time high by April 30 dropped to 1.6 percent yes.

The strait's partial reopening could address supply concerns, with daily face value trades at $100,828 and $2,513 in actual USDC traded. The UK warships market traded at $11,264 face value daily, with $233 in USDC changing hands. It remains susceptible to swings, as $783 could move odds by 5 points.

decision represents a potential de-escalation but not a full resolution. Traders view it as a temporary adjustment. Markets to watch include announcements from the UK Ministry of Defence or actions by the IRGC, which could influence odds quickly. Related active markets cover topics like Starmer out timing at 47 percent, Iranian regime fall at 4 percent, and crude oil all-time high at 2 percent.