Pakistan, July 11 -- Liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers have resumed transits through the Strait of Hormuz despite renewed fighting in the Middle East, according to ship-tracking data. The development suggests a cautious recovery in shipping activity along one of the world's most critical energy routes. Meanwhile, Japan said 22 Japan-linked vessels have safely exited the Gulf since Tuesday.

The Strait of Hormuz remains under close watch after recent Iranian attacks on commercial vessels and subsequent US retaliatory strikes against Iran disrupted maritime traffic. Shipping companies and governments continue monitoring the situation because the waterway handles a significant share of global oil and LNG exports. The renewed movement of ve...