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Core Insights - The ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran has led to a significant reduction in the number of tankers and cargo ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil transit route, with commercial traffic nearly ceasing [1] - According to Morgan Stanley, the flow of vessels through the Strait has decreased by 94%, with only a few ships attempting to navigate the waterway during the week following Iran's announcement to close it [1] - The Strait of Hormuz is vital for global energy supply, with one-fifth of the world's energy passing through it, and the disruption has exacerbated the energy and global shipping crisis, driving up oil prices [1] Group 1 - As of the latest reports, approximately 411 tankers are currently stranded in the Persian Gulf, with a notable increase in fully loaded tankers compared to empty ones, indicating a shift in shipping dynamics due to the conflict [2] - Prior to the escalation of hostilities, Iran had ramped up its oil exports, with figures showing an export volume of 26.5 million barrels in mid-February, significantly higher than its usual weekly export of 10 to 12 million barrels [2] - Since the end of February, crude oil inventories have accumulated to about 76 million barrels, with 46 million barrels stored on tankers, indicating a potential risk of production disruptions if storage capacity is exhausted [2] Group 2 - U.S. President Trump has pledged to provide escort for tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and has instructed the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation to offer political risk insurance to ensure the safety of maritime trade, particularly in energy [3] - Analysts have criticized the insurance plan as potentially impractical in the short term and insufficient to address the complexities of the current situation [3]