Shipping traffic through the vital Strait of Hormuz has decreased significantly following recent attacks on tankers. Data from Kpler indicates only five commodity vessels passed through on Saturday, with none recorded on Sunday, a sharp drop from the 31 vessels observed the previous weekend. This slowdown coincides with stalled negotiations between the United States and Iran aimed at de-escalating tensions in the Middle East. The attacks have raised concerns about maritime security in the region, a critical waterway for global oil supplies. The reduced traffic suggests potential disruptions to oil shipments and increased risk for vessels navigating the area. The lack of progress in US-Iran talks further complicates the situation, leaving the future of shipping lanes uncertain. This comes amid wider geopolitical instability in the region.