Hormuz Shipping Volumes Hit Six-Month High Amid US Naval Security Efforts

Oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have reached their highest level in six months, according to U.S. Central Command Commander Adm. Brad Cooper.

The increase comes as U.S. forces continue efforts to keep the strategic waterway open, including mine-clearance operations and coordinated protection for commercial shipping.

Cooper said that more than 1 billion barrels of crude oil had moved from Gulf partner countries through the Strait of Hormuz in recent months, while U.S. forces had supported more than 2,000 commercial ship transits.

The latest increase follows months of U.S. military operations aimed at restoring commercial access through the waterway.