India must navigate Strait of Hormuz fire safely while avoiding Iran and US crossfire

Open waters claims clash with a flaring incident

After an Indian tanker fire in the Strait of Hormuz, India is pushed toward “interim practical arrangements” for safe passage. The choke point’s status remains contested despite talk of openness, while maritime law ideals collide with national interests. India also has to deal with multiple Iranian entities, requiring careful bilateral solutions that do not strain relations with either Iran or the US.