A ceasefire in the Middle East conflict is currently holding, which is viewed as a positive step.

The United States has implemented a naval blockade to reduce Iran's leverage and deny it revenue from shipping tolls and exports.

Another US aircraft carrier is currently en route to the Persian Gulf.

Even if the US Navy escorts commercial vessels, the volume of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz will be lower than pre-conflict levels.

Iran's ability to disrupt shipping in the Gulf is based on creating a perception of risk, which does not require significant resources.