Iran allowed 10 oil tankers to pass through the strategic Strait of Hormuz as a “present” to show it was serious about negotiations to end the war, US President Donald Trump said Thursday. The tankers were believed to be Pakistani-flagged, Trump said, adding that he had seen news reports that they had passed the strait. Of these vessels, three oil tankers and two gas carriers are currently subject to US sanctions related to Iran. Based on tracking signals, two of the six oil tankers appear to be heading toward China, while one is bound for Thailand. Among the gas carriers, one is en route to Singapore, and another has already arrived in India.

Source: Punch March 26, 2026 22:27 UTC