Several passenger ships cross the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since its closure
Passenger ships cross the Strait of Hormuz after being stranded due to the conflict in Iran. The crossing was carried out without incident.
TL;DR
- Cruise ships previously stuck in the Persian Gulf have crossed the Strait of Hormuz.
- MSC Euribia, Celestyal Journey, and Mein Schiff 4 are confirmed to have made the passage.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global oil artery and a point of friction between the US and Iran.
- MSC confirmed that the MSC Euribia is heading to Northern Europe and will resume its scheduled cruises.
- Iran had announced the opening of the strait but later imposed strict controls.