Tankers in Persian Gulf, not in Oman

According to Reuters, at least 150 tankers have anchored in the open waters of the Persian Gulf but have not reached the Strait of Hormuz. The publication estimates that the vessels are located in open waters off the coasts of major oil-producing countries in the region. The report does not specify which countries, although major oil exporters are located in this area.

The document states that the tankers have anchored in open sea but have not completed their planned route through the strait. No additional information about the reasons for not passing through the strait has been provided.

Context

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the key maritime routes for oil exports from the countries of the Persian Gulf.