Vessel tracking data shows that about 10 ships attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz on the 18th, but ultimately turned back. Shipping routes indicate that multiple ships turned back after reaching waters near Iran’s Larak Island. The data shows that most of these ships are oil tankers, and several have India listed as their destination in their automatic identification systems. Iran’s Foreign Minister Aragchi announced on the 17th that during the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, the Strait of Hormuz would be opened to all merchant ships. However, Iranian media reported on the 18th that, because the United States “repeatedly reneged on its promises,” Iran’s military has tightened its control over the Strait of Hormuz again.