Iran Allowing 20 More Ships Through Strait Of Hormuz, Pakistan Says

Dar presented the announcement as a sign of good faith from Tehran, as Iranian forces continue to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has actively targeted shipping in the region as part of its retaliation for U.S. and Israeli attacks on the leadership and military of the Islamic regime for its nuclear program, which have continued since Feb. 28. “I am pleased to share a great news that the Government of Iran has agreed to allow 20 more ships under the Pakistani flag to pass through the Strait of Hormuz,” Dar said in an X post on Saturday. The Pakistani foreign minister said two ships will be permitted to leave through the narrow maritime passage daily. Oil tanker carrying Saudi crude to Pakistan. Map frm @Kpler pic.twitter.com/qSUSTca7k1 — Anas Alhajji (@anasalhajji) March 29, 2026 In recent days, the Pakistani government has stepped forward as a potential intermediary for communications and further peace talks between Washington and Tehran. Dar said Tehran’s decision to allow these 20 ships through the Strait of Hormuz marks “a meaningful step toward peace and will strengthen our collective efforts in that direction.” The move came two days after President Donald Trump announced that Iran […]

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