Ship-tracking data shows 279 ships have passed through the strait and 22 have been attacked since the war on Iran began.
The IEA's oil 'demand destruction' report comes after its chief said unnamed countries are hoarding stocks.
Israel and Lebanon hold first direct talks since 1993, but Hezbollah's rejection threatens the US-brokered effort.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says the move aims to 'suppress the truth about their illegal war on Iran'.
Chinese-owned tanker Rich Starry becomes the first sanctioned vessel to exit the Gulf after the US blockade.
China and Russia have been vocal critics of the US-Israel war on Iran, an ally of both world powers.
Global agriculture is highly exposed to the blockage of waterways, risking higher commodity prices and food inflation.
Nine-year-old Ritaj Rihan among multiple Palestinians killed in ongoing Gaza attacks amid fears of escalating violence.
The US started a blockade on Iranian ports, but Trump said there is still a chance for Tehran to reach a deal.
Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong's sudden dismissal comes amid a wave of removals amid anticorruption campaign.