How the law of naval warfare applies to the Strait of Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow body of water adjacent to Iran and Oman, which connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman. The strait is a vital conduit for the shipment of oil, gas and other exports (notably fertiliser) from the Persian Gulf to the rest of the world. At its narrowest point, it is just 21 nautical miles (24 miles or 39 kilometres) wide. With the ongoing conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States, Iran has restricted the movement of ships through this waterway,