Three more vessels crossed the Strait of Hormuz on Friday as India continued to monitor maritime traffic in the region amid ongoing tensions in West Asia. Official shipping data released late Friday night showed that 16 vessels of Indian interest remain in the Persian Gulf and have been identified for possible evacuation.
The latest figures also showed that 24 transits have taken place since the Iran-US memorandum of understanding was signed on June 17, per a report by Hindustan Times.
Three vessels complete transit
An Indian-flagged crude oil tanker, Desh Surakasha, carrying 1,05,657 metric tonnes of crude oil, crossed the Strait of Hormuz through the Oman route on Friday. The vessel is headed to Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates, HT reported.
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A Singapore-flagged oil and chemical tanker, Prabhu Parvati, also completed the crossing with 18,732 metric tonnes of cargo on board. The vessel is expected to reach Kandla on June 29.
Meanwhile, the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier Victoria passed through the Strait on Friday evening. Carrying 43,100 metric tonnes of urea, the vessel is bound for Mundra in Gujarat and has a crew of 24 Turkish nationals.
Safe passage secured!
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3 Indian-flagged crude oil tankers, Desh Vaibhav, Desh Vibhor and Sanmar Herald carrying over 8.6 Lakh MT of cargo with 94 Indian crew members have successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz today and are en route to India.
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16 vessels remain in the Gulf
Government data cited by HT showed that 16 vessels of Indian interest continue to remain west of the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf.
These include one energy cargo vessel, four fertiliser-carrying ships and 11 other vessels connected to Indian trade interests. Authorities have identified these vessels for possible evacuation if required.
Regional tensions remain
The latest shipping movements come as tensions in West Asia continue. The United States launched strikes against Iran after a ship attack in the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week. Iran later responded to the military action.
India has consistently supported freedom of navigation and the uninterrupted movement of energy supplies and commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for global trade and energy shipments.
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Officials continue to monitor developments as commercial shipping gradually resumes in the region.
FAQs:
How many vessels of Indian interest remain in the Persian Gulf?
A total of 16 vessels of Indian interest remain west of the Strait of Hormuz.
How many ships have crossed Hormuz since the Iran-US agreement?
Official data says 24 transits have taken place since the June 17 agreement.
