Open
Open with restrictions
Recent evidence indicates an operational route, but restrictions, incidents or elevated maritime risk remain.
Source: ReutersStatus history
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Recorded changes1
Last changeJuly 12, 2026, 12:55 UTC
Current statusUncertain
Uncertain
Closure declared, not operationally confirmed
A closure has been declared, but there is not enough confirmation that all maritime traffic has stopped.
Source: Associated PressUncertain
No recent confirmation
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