Amid rising tensions in the Gulf region, India has called for the safe movement of its vessels even as uncertainty continues around shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz.

“We are in favour of safe and unhindered movement” of India’s fleet of 22 ships currently in the Gulf, foreign ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Friday. He added that Narendra Modi was in touch with global leaders to ensure their safe passage.

The remarks come at a time when two Indian-flagged liquefied petroleum gas carriers, Jag Vasant and Pine Gas, are preparing for a possible voyage through the crucial waterway. Both vessels are currently positioned near Sharjah, according to ship-tracking data.

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Data from MarineTraffic showed that the tankers have been broadcasting signals indicating readiness to sail. A trade source familiar with the development said they could potentially depart on Saturday, although there has been no official confirmation.

The situation unfolds against a backdrop of significant disruption in the region. Shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz has been affected after Iran warned it could target vessels attempting to leave the Gulf. The narrow passage handles nearly a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies, making it critical to international energy markets.