Amid rising regional tensions, the Iranian Embassy in India on Thursday assured New Delhi regarding the Strait of Hormuz, emphasising that there is no cause for panic, even as conflict persists and efforts to achieve a ceasefire remain unsuccessful.
The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow, strategically important waterway that connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and, ultimately, the Arabian Sea. It lies between Oman to the southeast and Iran to the north. It is a key route which enables movement of vessels carrying oil and gas across the world from the Gulf nations. Hormuz, however, continues to witness disruptions due to unrest in the Middle East.ย
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โOur Indian friends are in safe hands, no worries,โ an X post by the embassy read.ย
Notably, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Ministry of External Affairs have been in continuous contact with Iranian officials to ensure the safety of Indian nationals and secure safe passage for Indian vessels amid the Gulf conflict.
PM Modi has also maintained regular communication with other Middle Eastern leaders to coordinate efforts and prioritise the protection of Indians in the region.