Iran Allows 2 Indian Tankers Pass Through Strait Of Hormuz Amid Rising West Asia Conflict

Last Updated:March 12, 2026, 10:08 IST

Safe navigation of tankers through the Hormuz was a key issue when External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar spoke with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

West Asia Conflict: Iran has allowed India-flagged tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz following diplomatic talks between the two countries, as New Delhi sought to ensure the safe movement of crude oil and natural gas shipments through the vital waterway.

Indian-flagged tankers Pushpak and Parimal were able to transit the strait safely even as vessels linked to the United States, Europe and Israel continue to face restrictions amid the ongoing regional conflict, people familiar with the matter said.

Safe navigation of tankers through the Hormuz was a key issue when External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar spoke with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi late Tuesday. The call was their third conversation since the start of the Iran conflict.

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