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Business Standard
7 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Blocking of Strait of Hormuz may impact India's energy procurement: Experts
Any blocking or disruption of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz -- a narrow passage connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea -- will have significant global and regional impact, including for India's energy security, strategic affairs experts said on Sunday. Following the US bombing of three major Iranian nuclear sites, Tehran has indicated that closing the Strait of Hormuz for shipping is one of the options on the table to pressure its adversaries. Nearly 30 percent of global oil and a third of the world's LNG (liquefied natural gas) passes through the strait daily and its closure would immediately reduce global supplies triggering a spike in prices, they said. The closure of the narrow passage would have significant global repercussions across energy markets and it will impact India's energy security as well, Dr Laxman Kumar Behera, Associate Professor at Special Centre for National Security Studies at the Jawaharlal Nehru University, told PTI. Behera said any disruption in the critical shipping lane will majorly impact India's crude oil import from Iraq and to an extent from Saudi Arabia. Captain D K Sharma (retd), a former Indian Navy spokesperson who closely follows developments in the Gulf region, said Iran's threat to block the Strait of Hormuz could lead to significant disruptions in global oil trade. Any disruption in shipping traffic could impact insurance premiums, causing costlier rerouting of oil shipments, he argued. "Oil prices are expected to surge due to the increased tensions in the region, with some analysts predicting prices to reach USD 80-USD 90 per barrel or even USD 100 per barrel if Iran responds with retaliatory measures," he noted. Sharma also said that the currencies of the countries in the region may experience significant volatility, and investors may look for other stable markets. According to a recent analysis by the International Energy Agency, even a brief disruption of passage through the Strait of Hormuz will have a significant impact on oil markets. "With geopolitical and economic uncertainties affecting oil producers and consumers alike, oil supply security remains high on the international energy policy agenda," it said. The US on Sunday morning bombed three major nuclear sites -- Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan -- in Iran, bringing itself into the Israel-Iran conflict Later, President Donald Trump said the Iranian nuclear sites were "totally obliterated". Behera said Iran will also face economic consequences if it shuts down the Hormuz strait as such a move will severely cripple Tehran's exports. Since the start of Iran's hostilities with Israel, Iranian officials have spoken about the possibility of shutting the Strait of Hormuz. Mohammad Javad Hosseini, the deputy chief of mission at the Iranian embassy, on Friday said closing the Strait of Hormuz is an option. "We have many things on the table, but it doesn't mean that we are going to do it now. It depends on the situation and how the other players want to go. If they want to solve the problem, definitely some of these things will be put aside," he said.
Time of India
8 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Blocking of Strait of Hormuz will impact India's energy procurement: Experts
Any blocking or disruption of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz -- a narrow passage connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea -- will have significant global and regional impact, including for India's energy security, strategic affairs experts said on Sunday. Following the US bombing of three major Iranian nuclear sites, Tehran has indicated that closing the Strait of Hormuz for shipping is one of the options on the table to pressure its adversaries. Nearly 30 percent of global oil and a third of the world's LNG (liquefied natural gas) passes through the strait daily and its closure would immediately reduce global supplies triggering a spike in prices, they said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Top 25 Most Beautiful Women In The World Articles Vally Undo The closure of the narrow passage would have significant global repercussions across energy markets and it will impact India's energy security as well, Dr Laxman Kumar Behera, Associate Professor at Special Centre for National Security Studies at the Jawaharlal Nehru University, told PTI. Behera said any disruption in the critical shipping lane will majorly impact India's crude oil import from Iraq and to an extent from Saudi Arabia. Live Events Captain D K Sharma (retd), a former Indian Navy spokesperson who closely follows developments in the Gulf region, said Iran's threat to block the Strait of Hormuz could lead to significant disruptions in global oil trade. Any disruption in shipping traffic could impact insurance premiums, causing costlier rerouting of oil shipments, he argued. "Oil prices are expected to surge due to the increased tensions in the region, with some analysts predicting prices to reach USD 80-USD 90 per barrel or even USD 100 per barrel if Iran responds with retaliatory measures," he noted. Sharma also said that the currencies of the countries in the region may experience significant volatility, and investors may look for other stable markets. According to a recent analysis by the International Energy Agency, even a brief disruption of passage through the Strait of Hormuz will have a significant impact on oil markets. "With geopolitical and economic uncertainties affecting oil producers and consumers alike, oil supply security remains high on the international energy policy agenda," it said. The US on Sunday morning bombed three major nuclear sites -- Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan -- in Iran, bringing itself into the Israel-Iran conflict Later, President Donald Trump said the Iranian nuclear sites were "totally obliterated". Behera said Iran will also face economic consequences if it shuts down the Hormuz strait as such a move will severely cripple Tehran's exports. Since the start of Iran's hostilities with Israel, Iranian officials have spoken about the possibility of shutting the Strait of Hormuz. Mohammad Javad Hosseini, the deputy chief of mission at the Iranian embassy, on Friday said closing the Strait of Hormuz is an option. "We have many things on the table, but it doesn't mean that we are going to do it now. It depends on the situation and how the other players want to go. If they want to solve the problem, definitely some of these things will be put aside," he said.
Hindustan Times
9 hours ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Blocking of Strait of Hormuz will impact India's energy procurement: Experts
New Delhi, Any blocking or disruption of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz a narrow passage connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea will have significant global and regional impact, including for India's energy security, strategic affairs experts said on Sunday. Blocking of Strait of Hormuz will impact India's energy procurement: Experts Following the US bombing of three major Iranian nuclear sites, Tehran has indicated that closing the Strait of Hormuz for shipping is one of the options on the table to pressure its adversaries. Nearly 30 percent of global oil and a third of the world's LNG passes through the strait daily and its closure would immediately reduce global supplies triggering a spike in prices, they said. The closure of the narrow passage would have significant global repercussions across energy markets and it will impact India's energy security as well, Dr Laxman Kumar Behera, Associate Professor at Special Centre for National Security Studies at the Jawaharlal Nehru University, told PTI. Behera said any disruption in the critical shipping lane will majorly impact India's crude oil import from Iraq and to an extent from Saudi Arabia. Captain D K Sharma , a former Indian Navy spokesperson who closely follows developments in the Gulf region, said Iran's threat to block the Strait of Hormuz could lead to significant disruptions in global oil trade. Any disruption in shipping traffic could impact insurance premiums, causing costlier rerouting of oil shipments, he argued. "Oil prices are expected to surge due to the increased tensions in the region, with some analysts predicting prices to reach USD 80-USD 90 per barrel or even USD 100 per barrel if Iran responds with retaliatory measures," he noted. Sharma also said that the currencies of the countries in the region may experience significant volatility, and investors may look for other stable markets. According to a recent analysis by the International Energy Agency, even a brief disruption of passage through the Strait of Hormuz will have a significant impact on oil markets. "With geopolitical and economic uncertainties affecting oil producers and consumers alike, oil supply security remains high on the international energy policy agenda," it said. The US on Sunday morning bombed three major nuclear sites Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan in Iran, bringing itself into the Israel-Iran conflict Later, President Donald Trump said the Iranian nuclear sites were "totally obliterated". Behera said Iran will also face economic consequences if it shuts down the Hormuz strait as such a move will severely cripple Tehran's exports. Since the start of Iran's hostilities with Israel, Iranian officials have spoken about the possibility of shutting the Strait of Hormuz. Mohammad Javad Hosseini, the deputy chief of mission at the Iranian embassy, on Friday said closing the Strait of Hormuz is an option. "We have many things on the table, but it doesn't mean that we are going to do it now. It depends on the situation and how the other players want to go. If they want to solve the problem, definitely some of these things will be put aside," he said. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Mint
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Mint
India tightens security in key cities to thwart potential Pak sleeper cells
New Delhi: India's intelligence agencies have tightened security in key cities over concerns of possible disruptions by Pakistan-sponsored sleeper cells, two people aware of the development said. Central agencies are working closely with state machinery to identify potential hideouts and monitor suspicious activity, they added. Security has been tightened in several important cities, including metros such as Delhi and Mumbai, and those in border regions. Alerts have been issued for sensitive infrastructure, transport hubs, and crowded public places. Top-ranking Indian government officials said that they suspected sleeper cells could try to exploit the ongoing conflict to trigger unrest and carry out sabotage. In the past, such cells have been activated during periods of cross-border tension, prompting a proactive security response. Queries emailed to the ministry of home affairs remained unanswered. Dr Amit Singh, associate professor, Special Centre for National Security Studies at JNU, said, 'As Indian security agencies are on high alert and the majority of the population supports their efforts. I believe Pakistan will not risk giving India a reason to act against them by activating their sleeper cells, which they have previously used to create internal unrest in cities. Everything is on the radar of central agencies." 'The enemy country may attempt to use its sleeper cells at a later stage, but that may not be possible given that state machinery is equally active, just like the central agencies," he added. Leave cancelled 'Security personnel on leave have been asked to report back to duty as the situation across the border continues to evolve," said the first of the two people mentioned above. 'There is no reason to let our guard down. We have to think from all angles. Although incidents involving sleeper cells have reduced significantly, their presence cannot be ruled out," said the second person. 'Security agencies have been briefed about potential hideouts and possible clusters. We are in constant touch with state machinery, and the general public has also been alerted to report any suspicious activity or presence of unknown individuals in their localities," this person added. Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated sharply since the Indian armed forces launched precision strikes on terror infrastructure across the Line of Control earlier this week in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. The Indian armed forces targeted several launchpads believed to be operated by Pakistan-backed groups. India has also closed 24 airports to civilian traffic, anticipating possible escalations.
