# Kpler

Iran’s New Maritime Calculus: The Strategic Squeeze of the Strait of Hormuz

Iran has transitioned to a 'selective transit' strategy in the Strait of Hormuz, allowing passage only to 'non-hostile' vessels that coordinate directly with Tehran. This maneuver has stranded thousands of ships and created a massive global oil supply gap, while rumors of a mandatory 'transit fee' continue to rattle international markets.