00:00Iran is allowing some ships from countries friendly to the country to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
00:06Despite the ongoing conflict with the US and Israel,
00:09data trackers show at least five vessels exited the strait through Iranian waters on March 15 and 16.
00:19In an analysis report, maritime intelligence firm Windward said the route suggests Iran is enforcing a selective blockade.
00:27The firm added the moves point to what it called permission-based transit,
00:32with Iran exerting control over who can pass through the area.
00:36Another analysis on Monday showed at least four ships using the Lerak Qasem channel near the Iranian coast,
00:43an unconventional route for commercial vessels.
00:46Several countries have also opened talks with Tehran to secure safe passage for their ships
00:52while the US is urging allies to provide military protection for shipping in the region.
00:57Two Indian-flagged LPG tankers have since reached ports in India
01:02after crossing the strait over the weekend following talks between officials.
01:06A Turkish-owned ship was also able to pass through after receiving permission from Iran.
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