Iranian Navy Guides Indian Oil Tanker Through Strait of Hormuz

Golden Ten Data reported on March 21 that, according to a senior official onboard, the Iranian Navy recently guided an Indian liquefied petroleum gas tanker through the Strait of Hormuz. After diplomatic mediation by New Delhi, the vessel was able to pass along a pre-approved route. The official stated that during the crossing, their ship maintained radio contact with the Iranian Navy. The Iranian side recorded the vessel’s flag, name, departure port, destination port, and the nationality of the crew (all Indian), and guided them according to the previously agreed route.