Published: Jun 24, 2026, 17:27 IST | Updated: Jun 24, 2026, 17:27 IST
Commercial vessels are gradually returning to the Strait of Hormuz after weeks of uncertainty, but global shipping is far from back to normal. According to Allianz, around 1,200 ships carrying goods worth nearly $125 billion remain delayed or stranded. While maritime traffic has increased since the Hormuz deal, it remains below pre-conflict levels as confusion over security risks and shipping schedules continues. The situation highlights how geopolitical tensions can ripple through global trade and energy markets.