Iran assures safe passage of PH vessels via Strait of Hormuz — DFA
Iran has assured the safe passage of Philippine vessels via the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs. The assurance comes after India seized three Iran-linked tankers in February, which Tehran has asked to be released as part of talks for the safe passage of Indian-flagged vessels.
Iran has asked India to release three seized tankers as part of talks for the safe passage of Indian vessels via the Strait of Hormuz. The tankers were seized in February for allegedly concealing their identities and being involved in illegal ship-to-ship transfers. Iran's ambassador to New Delhi met Indian foreign ministry officials to discuss the issue. Iran recently allowed two Indian LPG tankers to pass through the strait. At least 22 Indian-flagged vessels and 611 Indian seafarers remain in the Gulf. India is keen for the passage of six vessels loaded with LPG to ease a shortage of the cooking fuel.
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