As of Wednesday night, certain Chinese ships have been permitted to traverse the Strait of Hormuz, adhering to Iranian protocols, according to Iranian state media. This development follows Iran's tightening of control over the strait on February 28.

• Approximately 30 vessels have passed through the strait since Wednesday night.
• Key players include Iran and ships affiliated with China, Israel, and the United States.
• Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi stated that the strait is open to all commercial vessels that cooperate with Iranian naval forces, blaming the United States for an alleged blockade.