Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced that Iran has allowed its oil tankers to pass safely through the Strait of Hormuz. This decision has come during the ongoing tension between Iran and America-Israel and the global energy crisis. The PM has thanked Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian for this help. This step has paved the way for the release of stranded ships and their crew members.
🚨: India bought Iranian gas tanker ‘Aurora’ going to China midway, will reach Mangaluru today.
Main points of this decision and current situation of Iran
Iranian officials have clarified that the Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels that are ‘non-hostile’. However, for this it is necessary to coordinate with the Iranian administration. There were heavy restrictions on this route from February 2026, due to which global trade has been affected. After this decision, there is now hope for improvement in oil supply.
Malaysian relief: PM Anwar Ibrahim confirmed the safe return of the ships on 26 March.
Current crisis: About 1,900 ships are still stranded in this maritime area.
Impact on supply: Due to the war, the supply of 11 to 20 million barrels of oil is stopped every day.
India’s efforts: India has already cleared the way for its two tankers through discussions.
Worldwide oil supply and efforts of other countries
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the current situation is pointing towards a bigger energy crisis than in the 1970s. The Malaysian Prime Minister will now meet Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto for further talks on this issue. Two Pertamina tankers of Indonesia are still stuck there, efforts are being made to rescue them. The US has given Iran a new deadline of April 6, leaving some room for a diplomatic solution.
Country/Organization Latest situation Malaysia ships allowed to pass Indonesia Two tankers still stranded IEA issues serious warning regarding energy crisis America extends attack deadline till April 6
