US eyes India’s role in securing Strait of Hormuz amid global oil route tensions

The United States has indicated that India could play a role in efforts to secure the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz as tensions continue to disrupt one of the world’s most important energy routes. The remarks were made by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright during a press briefing while discussing international cooperation to safeguard oil shipments through the narrow maritime corridor.

Wright said that US President Donald Trump has been reaching out to multiple countries to form a coalition aimed at ensuring the safe flow of oil through the strait. The discussions come after recent US military strikes in Iran heightened tensions in the region and raised concerns about disruptions to global oil supplies.

While declining to confirm which countries had formally committed to supporting the initiative, Wright mentioned several major economies involved in discussions, including China, Japan, the United Kingdom, France, South Korea and India. He emphasised that many Asian economies rely heavily on energy shipments passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

The strait remains one of the most critical oil transit routes globally, with nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil consumption moving through the passage connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman. Energy analysts estimate that between 17.8 million and 20.8 million barrels of crude oil and petroleum products pass through the route daily, making any disruption a major concern for global energy markets.

Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the waterway has not been completely closed. He stated that the route remains open to most international shipping but is restricted for vessels linked to the United States and Israel, which Tehran considers adversaries.