Iran’s permission to the two Indian tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz is being seen as a step that ensures the secure passage of energy supplies to India amid heightened tensions in the region due to the ongoing war in West Asia.
Elaborating on the advisories, Jaiswal said, "In these advisories, we have advised our citizens in India not to travel to Iran at this time, and we have advised Indian citizens residing in Iran to leave the country by whatever means are available."
Noting that it is closely watching the situation unfolding in Iran, India on Friday said it remains engaged with the US on an unconditional sanctions waiver for the crucial Chabahar Port project, which is valid until April 26, 2026.
In view of the deteriorating situation as a result of the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, India launched Operation Sindhu on June 18 to facilitate the safe return of its citizens stranded in Iran.
