Ships continue to move through the strait via a route that avoids Iranian waters, instead hugging the coastline of Oman.

The stern warning underscores Tehran's resolve to retain control over the Strait of Hormuz and to resist transits that bypass its authorization.

The U.S. and Iran have been engaged in public disputes over the terms of their interim deal, fueling continued uncertainty about the future of the crucial waterway even as oil…

Strait of Hormuz traffic saw a dip Friday after a Taiwanese ship was attacked, prompting a pause in evacuation efforts. Despite this, several tankers entered the Gulf to load oil,…