Iran has allowed 'friendly nations' like India, Pakistan, Iraq, China, and Russia to use the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway in the Gulf. The move comes amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the US.
The Iranian foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said that the country has permitted passage through the Strait of Hormuz for friendly nations, including China, Russia, India, Iraq, and Pakistan.
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran threatens to create a global energy crisis, with oil prices already soaring and shortages being reported from several countries.
Iran has also demanded international recognition and guarantees of its rights to exercise sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.
The Indian government has assured that all Indian ships and sailors in the Gulf region are safe amid global concerns over energy supply disruptions.
Two Indian-flagged LPG carriers have already safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz and are en-route to India.
