New Delhi, March 13: In a significant diplomatic breakthrough aimed at securing India’s energy interests, Iran has allowed two Indian-flagged tankers to safely transit the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The development follows high-level discussions between Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and his Iranian counterpart, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, focused on the safety of commercial shipping.

The two vessels, identified as the Pushpak and Parimal, were reportedly permitted to pass through the narrow waterway, which serves as a vital conduit for nearly 20% of the world’s oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). The passage comes at a critical time as the region remains gripped by escalating tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian Rejected PM Narendra Modi’s Request To Allow Ship Passage Through Strait of Hormuz? MEA Fact Check Reveals Truth.

While vessels linked to Western nations and Israel continue to face severe restrictions or threats in the Persian Gulf, New Delhi’s proactive diplomacy has managed to carve out a safe corridor for its shipments. Industry sources noted that the arrival of these tankers provides "tentative relief" to the Indian energy market, which has recently grappled with localized LPG shortages and surging insurance premiums. Did PM Narendra Modi Call for ‘Greater Israel and Akhand Bharat’ in a Viral Video? PIB Fact Check Confirms It Is a Deepfake.

The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that the safety of Indian seafarers and energy security remains a top priority. Despite this progress, the situation remains fluid, with Indian authorities maintaining a 24-hour control room to monitor the remaining 28 Indian-flagged vessels currently operating in the region.

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