Big diplomatic win! Iran allows Indian oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz
New Delhi/Tehran/IBNS: In a major diplomatic relief for India amid the Middle East crisis, Iran has allowed Indian oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns over a potential crude supply crisis for the South Asian nation, media reports said.
Iran reportedly granted the exemption following talks between India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, India Today reported citing sources.
India joined the list of countries including China and Russia to be exempted even when the US, Europe and Israel face restrictions in the waterway.
The development comes just hours after a Thai cargo vessel was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region.
The vessel, reportedly bound for India, caught fire after being hit.
The Thai-flagged bulk carrier Mayuree Naree reportedly came under attack shortly after departing Khalifa Port at around 3 am.
The rescued sailors were brought safely ashore in Khasab.
India condemned the attack on the commercial cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that civilian shipping should not be targeted amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
IBNS
Senior Staff Reporter at Northeast Herald, covering news from Tripura and Northeast India.
Related Articles
India condemns Hormuz ship attack, says commercial shipping must not be targeted
India on Wednesday condemned an attack on a commercial cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that commercial shipping should not be targeted amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
Opposition’s no-confidence motion against Speaker Om Birla fails after stormy Lok Sabha debate
The Opposition’s no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla was defeated on Wednesday after a heated debate in the lower house, marked by sharp exchanges and loud protests from Opposition benches.
India sends relief supplies to flood-hit Mozambique
India on Tuesday dispatched food and relief assistance to flood-hit Mozambique, expressing solidarity with the African nation as it grapples with the impact of devastating floods.
Supreme Court allows first-ever passive euthanasia for 32-year-old man in coma for 13 years
New Delhi/IBNS: In a landmark judgement, the Supreme Court of India on Wednesday permitted the withdrawal of life support for a 32-year-old man who has remained in a vegetative state for 13 years following an accident.
Latest News
₹49,999 EV! TVS launches Orbiter V1 with battery subscription model
Mel and Jack return! Virgin River Season 7 now streaming on Netflix
IPL 2026 schedule out! RCB vs SRH to kick off season on March 28
Indian-origin shopkeepers face targeted attacks in Wembley; Somali men suspected
