Iran Exempts India, China, Iraq, Qatar Ships From Hormuz Restrictions

Iran has exempted commercial ships from India, China, Iraq and Qatar from transit restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz, a senior Iranian lawmaker said. Amir Hayat Moghadam said the four countries' vessels pass freely and are not intercepted by the US. Shipping lines remain cautious, but the move could cut security risks and costs for Indian crude imports.