Indian tankers carrying LPG arrive at port after safe passage through Strait of Hormuz
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Two Indian LPG tankers carrying 92,000 metric tonnes safely passed through the Strait of Hormuz and arrived at Gujarat ports.
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Two Indian-flagged LPG tankers carrying over 92,000 metric tonnes have safely transited the Strait of Hormuz and arrived at ports in Gujarat, marking a significant passage through one of the world's most contested shipping routes. New Delhi has been conducting negotiations with Iran, though the government explicitly denies that the release of Iranian tankers seized in February is part of any potential deal. The safe arrival underscores mounting concerns about maritime security in the region, particularly following recent Iranian attacks on UAE targets that have already driven global crude prices higher. The timing reflects broader geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, where shipping disruptions threaten energy supplies to major Asian markets dependent on Gulf oil and gas. India's successful passage comes as regional powers vie for leverage over critical shipping lanes and energy flows.
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