Iran Allows Indian Ships Through Hormuz: A Rare Exception

0:00This is Global News Today, every region, every story, every day. Iran's ambassador to India revealed that Tehran has granted safe passage to some Indian vessels through the strait of Hormuz. This comes as a rare exception to the blockade that severely disrupted global energy flows. The ambassador shared this during an event in New Delhi on March 14th. He confirmed the allowance but skipped details on the exact number of shifts involved. The blockade began after the United States and Israel launched airstrikes on Iran. They key waterway, hugging Iran's coast, normally handles about 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas shipments by sea. Worldwide, the shutdown has sparked worries over energy shortages and rising prices, shipping routes face major delays, hitting economies hard. For now, most traffic remains blocked, with no word on broader reopenings. People are watching closely as tensions linger in the region. The daily news now is presented by our sponsor.

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