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#HormuzOilFlowsDespiteIranClaim Despite Iran’s latest announcement claiming the Strait of Hormuz has been closed, oil shipments continue to move through one of the world’s most important energy corridors. According to U.S. Central Command and multiple shipping trackers, commercial vessels are still transiting the Strait, with dozens of merchant ships carrying millions of barrels of crude oil to global markets. Recent monitoring reports indicate that traffic remains active, although operating under elevated security risks. The situation highlights a growing gap between political declarations and actual maritime activity. While Iran has warned of restrictions and possible further measures, ship-tracking data continues to show tankers moving through the waterway, with no confirmed complete shutdown of commercial traffic. The Strait of Hormuz remains critical to global energy security, serving as a major route for crude oil and LNG exports from Gulf producers. Any disruption immediately impacts oil prices, shipping costs, and market sentiment worldwide. Market participants are now watching actual vessel movements rather than political statements. As long as tankers continue to pass through the Strait, global oil flows remain intact—even amid rising geopolitical tensions. Iran says the Strait is closed. U.S. officials say shipping continues. Vessel tracking data shows ongoing oil flows. Energy markets remain on high alert. The reality today: Hormuz is not operating normally, but it is not fully shut either. Oil is still moving, and the world is watching every tanker that enters the region. 🚢🛢️ #HormuzOilFlowsDespiteIranClaim #StraitOfHormuz #OilMarkets #EnergySecurity #CrudeOil #ShippingNews #GlobalTrade #MiddleEast