Two ships heading to India with cooking fuel from the Persian Gulf have successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz despite the ongoing tensions involving the US and Iran. The LPG carrier Symi, after briefly turning off its transponder during transit, has reached the Gulf of Oman. Another vessel, NV Sunshine, carrying LPG, also went dark shortly after crossing the strategic waterway.
This development underscores the gradual resumption of energy shipments through one of the world’s most crucial maritime trade routes. NV Sunshine, loaded with LPG from the United Arab Emirates’ Ruwais refinery, was last observed heading towards Mangalore in India. Meanwhile, Symi was en route to Kandla in Gujarat, transporting fuel cargo from Qatar’s Ras Laffan port.
Recently, US President Donald Trump mentioned that ceasefire efforts with Iran were facing challenges, suggesting differences on key issues. He labeled Iran’s peace proposal as “totally unacceptable,” indicating ongoing obstacles in diplomatic attempts to ease tensions in West Asia. Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Iran’s response submitted through its representatives, shared via Pakistan, which is mediating between Tehran and Washington.
The Strait of Hormuz continues to be a critical energy chokepoint globally, handling a significant portion of global crude oil, LNG, and fuel shipments, including those bound for India.
