11 Indian merchant ships clear Strait of Hormuz; 13 await safe passage, says MEA

Eleven Indian-flagged vessels have cleared the Strait of Hormuz, with thirteen remaining expected to transit in the coming days. This is linked to heightened military activity around the Strait of Hormuz amid fears of Iranian retaliation for Western sanctions. Shipping risk premiums have spiked, prompting Indian companies to prepare for potential delays.