India, March 26 -- Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi on Thursday said that it has allowed 'friendly nations' like India, Pakistan, Iraq, China and Russia to use the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway in the Gulf that has taken centre stage amid the ongoing Iran-US war.

Consulate General of Iran in Mumbai said in a post, "Iran FM Abbas Araghchi: We permitted passage through the Strait of Hormuz for friendly nations including China, Russia, India, Iraq, and Pakistan." Track live updates on Middle East war

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran threatens to create a global energy crisis with oil prices already soaring and shortage being reported from several countries. As Strait of Hormuz turns out to be a point of contention betw...