Iran grants India imminent safe passage through Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, said that Indian vessels could soon be granted safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as regional tensions continue to disrupt maritime routes.

Responding to a question on whether Iran would allow such passage, Fathali said the development could become visible shortly and highlighted the close ties between the two nations, The Times of India reports.

“… Yes, because India is our friend. You will see it within two or three hours. We believe that Iran and India share common interests in the region,” he said, reaffirming India’s strategic importance to Tehran.

On March 2, Tehran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key transit route for oil tankers, in response to the US-Israeli war against Iran. The move has driven up shipping and insurance costs and pushed global oil prices higher, raising concerns about potential economic repercussions worldwide.

By Vafa Guliyeva