India's a friend: Iran envoy on safe passage to ships through Strait of Hormuz
India Today
Iran's Ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali signalled that Indian vessels could receive safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, describing India as a friend and pointing to shared interests between the two countries amid tensions in the Persian Gulf.
Amid rising tensions in the Persian Gulf and concerns over maritime security, Iran’s Ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali signalled that India could receive safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route.
Speaking to reporters, the envoy suggested that developments ensuring India’s access through the strategic waterway could emerge soon.
“Yes, because India is our friend. You will see it within two or three hours,” Fathali said when asked whether India would receive safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
The remarks come at a time when shipping movements through the narrow corridor linking the Persian Gulf to global markets are being closely watched due to the ongoing conflict in the region.
When asked directly whether India would be able to transit safely through the Strait of Hormuz, the ambassador indicated that positive developments were expected.
“Yes, yes, you can see that in the future. I think that after two or three hours,” he said.
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