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Iran Allows Indian Ships to Pass Through Strait of Hormuz

Published March 14, 2026, 12:09
Iran Allows Indian Ships to Pass Through Strait of Hormuz

Iran has allowed some Indian ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a rare exception to the blockade it has imposed, disrupting global energy supplies. The decision comes amid heightened tensions in the region following attacks by Israel and the United States against Iranian targets. The Iranian ambassador to India, Mohammad Fazeli, confirmed the lifting of the blockade for the specific Indian ships, without revealing their exact number. Tehran had largely halted traffic through the strait, which runs along its shores and through which about 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas is transported by sea, after the start of Israeli-American airstrikes. The lifting of the blockade for Indian ships is a sign of potential de-escalation, although the situation remains unstable. This move could have significant implications for the global energy market, as the Strait of Hormuz is a critical route for energy supplies. The disruption of traffic through the strait had raised concerns about potential increases in oil and natural gas prices.