By Admin 
Amidst the increasing tension in West Asia, the eyes of the world have once again turned to the Strait of Hormuz. The Khatam al-Anbiya headquarters, which is responsible for Iran’s war operations, has announced that the Strait of Hormuz is being “closed” to ships. However, America has rejected this claim and said that ship movement is continuing in the waterway and the situation is being constantly monitored.
Khatam Al-Anbiya Headquarters has cited the alleged violation of the terms of the ceasefire agreement with America as the reason behind its announcement. Along with this, continuous ceasefire violations by Israel in Southern Lebanon, displacement of civilians and military action have also been cited as the basis for this decision.
🚨 IRGC Navy: The Strait of Hormuz is closed to all vessels due to Israeli crimes in Lebanon and US violation of ceasefire commitments. Vessels must stay clear; do not approach the Strait, otherwise, your safety will be at risk.
— IRIB (Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting) (@iribnews_irib) June 20, 2026
Amidst these claims and counter-claims, news of relief for India has emerged. Three large Indian flagged crude oil tankers have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz and headed towards India. More than 8.6 lakh tonnes of crude oil is loaded in these ships, which is considered very important for the energy security of the country.
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Giving information on Saturday, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said that the three Indian flag tankers named ‘Desh Vaibhav’, ‘Desh Vibhor’ and ‘Sanmar Herald’ have safely crossed the strait with 94 Indian crew members and are now heading towards India.
Safe passage secured!
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.
Under the decisive leadership…
— Sarbananda Sonowal (@sarbanandsonwal) June 20, 2026
“Three Indian flagged crude oil tankers… ‘Desh Vaibhav’, ‘Desh Vibhor’ and ‘Sanmar Herald’ carrying over 8.6 lakh tonnes of cargo with 94 Indian crew members have successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz today and are now headed towards India,” Sonowal wrote on Twitter.
According to the information, ‘Desh Vaibhav’ is likely to reach Vadinar port in Gujarat on June 24. ‘Desh Vibhor’ coin can reach the port on the same day. Whereas ‘Sanmar Herald’ is expected to reach Paradip port of Odisha by July 1.
At a time when there is uncertainty regarding the Strait of Hormuz between the claims of Iran and America, the safe crossing of this strategic sea route by three oil tankers of India is considered to be a news of great relief and confidence for the country.
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