Claim
Social media posts have claimed that Masoud Pezeshkian, the President of Iran, rejected a request from Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India, seeking permission for Indian ships to pass through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Fact
The claim is false.
What Factcheck India Found?
According to the clarification issued by the Ministry of External Affairs, there has been no such request from India and no rejection from Iran regarding the passage of Indian ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Factcheck India clarifies that these viral claims circulating on social media are fake and misleading.
Factcheck India states that the posts claiming Iran had denied India access to the waterway are completely baseless. Officials also dismissed the claim that Iran had introduced a policy restricting entry to countries considered allies of the United States or Israel.
Why The Claim Matters?
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes, through which a significant portion of global oil and energy supplies passes every day. Because of its strategic importance, misinformation related to the strait—especially during periods of geopolitical tension—can quickly spread online and cause unnecessary confusion. Some posts further alleged that Iran had adopted a policy of blocking countries allied with the United States and Israel, including India, from entering the vital maritime route.
Government Advisory
Authorities have urged citizens to remain cautious while consuming or sharing information online.
The Ministry of External Affairs advised social media users to:
- Verify information from official government sources
- Avoid sharing unverified claims
- Stay alert against misinformation circulating on social media platforms
Conclusion By Factcheck India
False. Claims that Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian rejected Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s request to allow Indian ships through the Strait of Hormuz are fake. The Ministry of External Affairs Fact Check Unit has confirmed that no such request or rejection has taken place.