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India has secured safe passage for its oil and gas tankers through the Strait of Hormuz following negotiations with Iran, triggered by the escalating US-Israel conflict. The agreement allows Indian-flagged vessels to navigate the strategic route, although each ship requires individual negotiations.

This diplomatic breakthrough comes as India faces rising gas shortages and increasing crude oil prices. The Indian Navy has deployed task forces to escort vessels, while India diversifies its energy supply sources away from the Gulf. In parallel, the government has relaxed restrictions on foreign direct investment linked to China, indicating a coordinated response to geopolitical challenges and economic pressures.