Briefing: Strait of Hormuz traffic down 97% as fourteen ships struck since war started

The Strait of Hormuz has experienced a dramatic 97% decrease in maritime traffic, as reported by a British monitoring agency. This decline follows a series of attacks on vessels in the region.

Since the onset of the conflict, fourteen ships have been struck, with notable incidents occurring on March 11, 2026, when three vessels were hit in separate attacks.

These disruptions raise concerns about the operational capacity and security of maritime routes in a critical global trade corridor, potentially impacting supply chains and energy markets.