Three Indian-flagged oil tankers cross Strait of Hormuz
Three Indian-flagged crude oil tankers carrying more than 860,000 metric tonnes of oil and 94 Indian crew members successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz.
Three Indian-flagged crude oil tankers crossed the Strait of Hormuz, carrying a total of more than 860,000 metric tonnes of crude oil and crewed by 94 Indian sailors.
According to wionews.com, each tanker carries 285,000 metric tonnes of crude oil. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said the vessels transited the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by tass.
Since the memorandum of understanding signed on June 17 between the United States and Iran, wionews.com reported that eleven India‑bound vessels have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz, with ten of those vessels still in the Persian Gulf and two Indian ships having crossed from the western side into the Persian Gulf.
Times of India reported that the United States decision lifted its blockade on Iran, allowing resumed movement through the Strait of Hormuz.
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