Why this matters: The Strait of Hormuz is critical to global energy supply, and disruptions impact oil prices worldwide. Safe passage signals possible easing of shipping risks. Date: 3 April 2026 Tags: Business, Energy, International, Shipping Summary: French-owned CMA CGM container ship passed through Strait of Hormuz after conflict disruption. First major Western European vessel to transit strait since US-Israeli war with Iran began. Conflict had effectively halted shipping