U.S. Warns Ships: STAY AWAY From Iranian Waters | Strait of Hormuz Crisis

Описание: The United States has issued a critical maritime advisory warning American-flagged commercial vessels to stay as far away as possible from Iranian territorial waters in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian forces have attempted to board U.S. vessels as recently as February 3rd, 2026, prompting the U.S. Maritime Administration to release detailed guidance that will remain in effect until August 8th.
The Strait of Hormuz handles approximately 13 million barrels of crude oil per day—nearly one-third of all global seaborne crude flows. This narrow waterway, just 21 miles wide at its most constrained point, has become a flashpoint as tensions between Washington and Tehran escalate following last June's U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.

In this video, we break down the February 9th maritime advisory and what it means for commercial shipping. We examine recent Iranian boarding attempts, drone activity near U.S. naval vessels, and the massive U.S. military presence now positioned in the region. We analyze the strategic importance of the strait, the diplomatic backdrop including indirect U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Oman, and the financial implications for global energy markets.

Oil prices jumped over 1% immediately after the advisory was released. Ship captains are being told to decline boarding requests from Iranian forces, transit close to Oman's territorial waters, and maintain constant communication with U.S. naval authorities. If Iranian forces board without permission, crews are instructed not to resist—but that refusal does not imply consent.

📊 Key Topics Covered:

The February 9th MARAD advisory and its six-month duration
Recent Iranian boarding attempts and drone incidents
Strait of Hormuz: 13 million barrels/day chokepoint
U.S.-Iran diplomatic talks in Oman and Netanyahu meeting
Commercial shipping consequences and insurance costs
Oil market reactions and energy security risks
What comes next for the world's most important shipping lane

With a large U.S. military fleet already deployed, President Trump threatening renewed strikes, and Iranian forces actively harassing vessels, the Strait of Hormuz is operating under some of the most dangerous conditions in years. We explore whether diplomacy or escalation will define the next six months.