INTERNATIONAL — March 29, 2026
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Says Iran Allows 20 Pakistani Ships Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Closure
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar said Iran allowed 20 Pakistani commercial ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz despite closing it to global shipping amid U.S. and Israeli attacks. Bahrain's Alba aluminum company confirmed damage to its facilities from an Iranian strike that injured two employees.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Amu TV — corroborated by Khaama Press — 2 min read
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar stated that Iran has permitted 20 Pakistani commercial ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz despite closing the key waterway to global commercial shipping.
Dar's comments highlight an exception amid escalating tensions, as Iran shuttered the strait following intensified attacks by the United States and Israel. Several ships have been struck by missiles in the strait during this period.
Iranian officials have not issued any comment on the decision to allow the Pakistani vessels passage.
In a related development, Bahrain's Alba aluminum company confirmed that its facilities sustained damage from an Iranian attack, with two employees suffering minor injuries. Iranian state media had previously identified Alba as a retaliatory target in response to strikes on two steel factories in Iran.
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Direct on-record statement attributed to named Pakistani Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, corroborated by two outlets.
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A separate web search returned 8 matching reports. A selection:
- Iran agreed to allow 20 Pakistani ships to cross Strait of Hormuz, says Pakistan’s foreign minister - India Todayindiatoday.in
Iran has agreed to allow 20 Pakistani-flagged ships to transit the Strait of Hormuz, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister <strong>Ishaq Dar</strong> said, describing the move as a “harbinger of peace” amid ongoing regional tensions.
Foreign Minister <strong>Ishaq Dar</strong> said in a post on X that "the government of Iran has agreed to allow 20 more ships under the Pakistani flag to pass through the Strait of Hormuz." "Two ships will cross the strait daily," he added.
- Pakistan secures Iran deal to send 20 ships through Strait of Hormuz | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeeraaljazeera.com
Iran has agreed to allow 20 Pakistani-flagged vessels to transit the Strait of Hormuz, in what Islamabad has called a meaningful step towards easing one of the worst energy crises in modern history. <strong>Ishaq Dar</strong>, Pakistan’s foreign minister, ...
Iran has agreed to allow 20 Pakistani-flagged ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. This was announced by Pakistan's Foreign Minister <strong>Ishaq Dar</strong>, calling Tehran's decision a "constructive gesture" amid the war in the region, CNN reports, ...
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