Commercial vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has plummeted to just five ships, marking a severe contraction in one of the world's most critical energy corridors.
The sharp decline follows Iran's announcement that it has once again closed the waterway, a move that coincides with escalating military tensions in the region.
The disruption comes as the US Central Command confirmed it has carried out strikes on various sites in Iran.
The military action was described as a response to continued Iranian aggression against commercial shipping.
Drone footage released by US forces shows fire and smoke rising from the targeted locations, underscoring the intensity of the retaliation.
The combination of a declared closure by Tehran and active US military strikes creates a high-risk environment for maritime transit.