Iran has allowed Indian flagged ships to pass safely through the Strait of Hormuz. This decision was taken by India’s Foreign Minister S. This comes after a phone conversation between Jaishankar and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Due to the ongoing tension in the Gulf region, maritime traffic had stopped to a great extent, but now the way has been cleared for Indian ships. This is a big relief after the diplomatic talks between India and Iran on March 10.
What are the new rules for Indian ships
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) has clarified that any ship must first obtain permission to pass through this route. Indian ships will have to contact Iranian authorities through radio or other maritime communication means. Iran has said that ships that are not linked to the interests of the US, Israel or Europe will not be harmed. Between Wednesday and Thursday, two Indian tankers named MT Pushpak and MT Parimal have safely crossed this route. If a ship enters without permission or ignores warnings, it may be targeted.
Security and data of Indian ships in the Gulf region
India’s Shipping Ministry has confirmed that 28 Indian ships are currently present in the Gulf area. Of these, 24 ships are operating in the western part of the strait. India’s Ministry of External Affairs recently said that commercial ships should not be targets of war as it puts the lives of innocent crew members at risk. So far two Indian sailors have lost their lives during this conflict.
Type of information Statistics and details Total Indian ships 28 ships currently in the region Importance of oil 20% of the world’s crude oil passes through this route Recent incident Iranian attack on Express Rome and Mayuree Naree Successful transit MT Pushpak and MT Parimal passed safely
Iran’s Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri has warned that ships that rely on America or Israel will have to face difficulties. However, due to good relations with India, Indian ships have been given special exemption. This is also big news for the thousands of Indian sailors who work on these sea routes and were worried about their safety.