• Source:JND

Amid concerns over fuel supply disruptions, the LPG tanker MV Sunshine has safely transited through the Strait of Hormuz and is heading toward India. This marks the 15th LPG vessel bound for India to be escorted or assisted out of the region under coordinated maritime security arrangements.

LPG Tanker MV Sunshine Crosses Hormuz

According to news agency ANI report citing sources, multiple agencies, including the Indian Navy, are providing continuous support to ensure the vessel’s secure and uninterrupted passage towards its destination. Meanwhile, amid this development, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived in New Delhi to participate in the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.

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Iran FM Abbas Araghchi Arrives In Delhi

Araghchi’s visit comes as India hosts the high-level diplomatic gathering, which brings together member countries to discuss key global and regional issues, strengthen multilateral cooperation, and advance dialogue on economic and strategic partnerships. Announcing his arrival, the Iran Embassy in India wrote on X, “Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, arrived in New Delhi to participate in the meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the BRICS member countries.”

Iran Says 11 Indian Ships Have Already Crossed

Earlier on Wednesday, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi had stated that Iran has allowed multiple Indian vessels to safely transit the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing regional tensions. In an interview with Iran, Gharibabadi said that 11 Indian ships have already passed through the strategic waterway, while efforts are underway to facilitate the movement of more vessels.

He noted that such arrangements are currently unique to India compared to other countries. “We allowed several Indian vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. 11 Indian vessels passed. We are working for some more. This is not the case for any other country,” Gharibabadi said.

Gharibabadi further stated that Iran has for decades provided “free of charge” services to international shipping in the Hormuz. However, he added that the country is now working on a formal protocol to introduce a financial component to cover the costs incurred in ensuring safe navigation in the Persian Gulf region.

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