Iran Facilitates Indian Vessels Amid US Blockade Threat
Iran's Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, confirmed arrangements for safe passage of Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. This assurance comes as the US plans to enforce a blockade on all ships entering or leaving the strait, following failed ceasefire talks with Iran. The Indian-flagged LPG tanker Jag Vikram successfully transited the strait, marking the first Indian vessel to do so since the ceasefire. Additionally, two Iranian oil tankers have reached India, the first shipments in nearly seven years. Each Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) typically carries around two million barrels of oil. The US blockade is set to begin at 10 am ET on Monday, raising concerns over global energy stability and the safety of maritime operations in the region.
Published 1 day ago • 13 Apr 2026, 07:45 PM IST