Hormuz Attacks Hit Record High as Washington Declares Control

U.S. Central Command announced that the United States and its regional partners control the Strait of Hormuz, citing more than 40 commercial transits in 24 hours, according to gCaptain.

Data from the Joint Maritime Information Center (JMIC) showed that the number of transits reached 121 between October 11 and 14, representing about 22% of the pre-war daily average of around 138 transits.

The center noted that it has recorded 149 confirmed ship incidents since early March, a figure reflecting the level of risk facing navigation in one of the world's most important trade corridors.

This situation impacts global supply chains, as elevated risks increase insurance costs and transit times, and may prompt shipping companies to reroute part of their traffic to longer and more costly alternative routes.

What Do These Terms Mean?

U.S. Central Command: A U.S. military command responsible for operations in the Middle East and Central Asia.

Supply Chains: The network connecting production, transportation, and storage until goods reach the consumer.

Maritime Navigation: The movement of commercial ships between ports, which is affected by any security or logistical disruption.