Official Announcement by Iran
Iran has announced that ships from friendly nations will be allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz according to Abbas Araqchi who serves as Deputy Foreign Minister of Iran. The Consulate General of Iran in Mumbai shared this update on the social media platform X.
According to the statement, the approved countries include:
- India
- China
- Russia
- Iraq
- Pakistan
Iran confirmed that vessels from these countries now possess the right to navigate through the Strait without restrictions.
Impact on Indian Shipping
The decision provides relief for Indian vessels that were waiting near the Strait of Hormuz.
- Ships that were delayed can now continue their journey
- Cargo movement to India can resume without further delay
- Trade flow through the route is expected to stabilize
Reports indicated that at least five gas tankers were already waiting for clearance. These vessels can now proceed toward their destinations.
Previous Restrictions by Iran
Iran established severe restrictions for maritime passage across the Strait before. It stated that only ships from countries that do not support hostile actions against Iran would receive permission.
This policy limited access and caused delays for several international shipments.
Possible Toll System and Security Plan
A report by Bloomberg stated that Iran’s parliament is working on a new proposal.
Key points of the proposal:
- Introduce a toll for ships passing through the Strait
- Provide security protection in return
- Ensure safer navigation for commercial vessels
The report cited information from Fars News Agency.
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