Today’s news: On April 8th, local time, the Strait of Hormuz was closed again. Maritime traffic tracking systems show that the oil tanker "AUROURA," which was originally heading toward the strait exit, changed course near the coast of the Musandam Peninsula in Oman and turned back into the Persian Gulf.

Earlier, the United States and Iran announced a ceasefire. Shipping agencies reported on the 8th that most of the over a thousand ships stranded in the strait are still "waiting and watching," with only a few ships passing through. According to international freight information platforms, a Greek bulk carrier and a vessel flying the Liberian flag have already passed after the ceasefire was announced. However, after Israel attacked Lebanon, Iran halted the passage of oil tankers.

U.S. Vice President Vance stated that if Iran does not fulfill its promise to reopen the strait, the ceasefire agreement will be terminated, and violations will face "serious consequences." The White House press secretary also emphasized that the ceasefire depends on the "unconditional opening" of the strait. An Iranian senior official said that if both sides reach a consensus on the negotiation framework, the strait could be opened "with limited control by Iran," and all ships would need to be coordinated with the Iranian military. Additionally, Iran’s state television reported that the strait has been completely closed, with some oil tankers forced to turn back, while Tasnim News Agency stated that a large number of ships are still stranded in the waters near the strait.