Tehran Grants India, Four Other Nations Passage Through Strait of Hormuz
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Iran Grants India, China, Russia Passage Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Tensions
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CNBC TV18•26-03-2026, 13:36
Iran Grants India, China, Russia Passage Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Tensions
•Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced that India, China, Russia, Iraq, and Pakistan are permitted to use the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping.
•The decision comes amidst heightened tensions and global concerns over disruptions in commercial shipping through the strategic waterway.
•Iran explicitly stated that ships linked to its adversaries would not be allowed passage, citing a 'state of war' in the region.
•US President Donald Trump had previously warned Iran of severe consequences if it did not fully reopen the Strait.
•India has been actively engaged in diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the West Asia conflict and ensure uninterrupted energy flow, fearing severe ramifications for fuel and fertilizer security.