Three Indian Crude Oil Tankers Transit Strait of Hormuz Amid US-Iran Tensions
Three Indian-flagged crude oil tankers successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz on June 20, 2026, carrying over 860,000 tons of crude oil and 94 Indian sailors. The movement followed a US decision to lift its blockade on Iran, allowing resumed traffic through the critical waterway. The vessels are expected to reach Indian ports next week.
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The Times of India mentions the US lifting its blockade on Iran as a contributing factor, while other sources do not specify this context.
The safe passage follows a US decision to lift its blockade on Iran, allowing resumed movement through the vital waterway.
Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal reported the transit of the tankers.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal stated the transiting of the tankers.
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According to Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal, the vessels carry more than 860,000 tons of crude, and 94 Indian sailors
3 Indian-flagged crude oil tankers, 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, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said
Three Indian oil tankers, carrying over 8.6 lakh metric tonnes of cargo and 94 crew members, have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz and are heading home. This safe passage follows a US decision to lift its blockade on Iran, allowing resumed movement through the vital waterway. The government assures continued efforts to protect India's maritime and energy interests, with the vessels expected to reach Indian ports next week.