Recent reports indicate that oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have reached a six-month high, with over 1 billion barrels of oil reportedly escorted by the U.S. military. Despite this, shipping traffic remains below the 10-day average, with daily transits dropping to as few as three vessels. The U.S. Central Command claims its efforts to clear mines from the main shipping route have successfully facilitated the flow of oil. However, fears of rising tensions and conflict persist, leading to a notable decline in tanker traffic as Gulf states seek alternative routes. As the global oil market adjusts to these changes, questions about the stability of shipments and prices loom amidst a backdrop of escalating geopolitical risks.