Iran has already been accused of tightening control over the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world’s oil supply is transported.
The government did not say how many vessels were involved or what conditions were attached to the clearance.
The operation took place off the coast of Lahj Governorate, leading to the arrest of 10 crew members and the seizure of unauthorised cargo.
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) said it is closely watching a sharp rise in detentions of Panama-flagged ships in China.
Israel’s defence minister said Tangsiri had played a direct role in blocking the strait and was responsible for attacks on shipping.
The 135-metre-long ship, built in 2022 and sailing under the Swiss flag, was on its way from Amsterdam toward Utrecht and further to Cologne.
Iran has allowed vessels from China, Russia, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and Iraq to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
The route handles nearly 20% of global oil and gas flows, making it one of the most important shipping lanes in the world.
A third Indian LPG tanker berthed at Gujarat’s Kandla Port on Friday, amidst the ongoing war between the U.S and Iran.
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