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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Vishwam Sankaran

Thailand strikes deal with Iran for safe oil passage through Strait of Hormuz, PM says

Thailand's newly elected prime minister Anutin Charnvirakul, speaks during a press conference at the Bhumjaithai party headquarters after a royal endorsement ceremony, in Bangkok, Thailand, 20 March 2026 - (REUTERS)

Thailand has made a deal with Iran to allow the country’s oil vessels to safely pass through the Strait of Hormuz, Thai prime minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Saturday.

Iran has restricted the flow of cargo ships through the Strait since the US and Israel began military operations against Tehran in late February.

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