India, May 29 -- India has welcomed several ships via the Strait of Hormuz - key sea route that is largely blocked for vessel movement due to the US-Iran war - bringing not just essential resources to the country amid global energy disruptions, but also appreciation for diplomatic efforts to have Indian movement continue in the volatile waterway.

Although the temporary ceasefire on April 9 stopped active combat, it has not led to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz - the strategic waterway that normally handles about one-fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments. The future of the Strait of Hormuz remains one of the major obstacles in negotiations, with growing fears that the global economy could face further strain as pr...