Iranian Shadow Fleet Bypasses Hormuz Strait Blockade (legrandcontinent.eu)

• 26 shadow fleet vessels evaded US naval patrols
• AIS signal manipulation remains the primary evasion tactic
• US naval enforcement showing limited disruption to overall Iranian trade volume

"According to Lloyd’s List, at least 26 vessels in the Iranian shadow fleet successfully bypassed US naval blockades at the exit of the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the presence of two aircraft carriers and extensive destroyer coverage, ships are maintaining trade by disabling AIS transponders. While US interdiction efforts target sanctioned assets, Iranian export operations remain resilient, suggesting that current containment strategies face significant technical challenges in the region."