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Why is Iran exempting India, China, Qatar, Iraq from Hormuz restrictions?

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Al JazeeraWhy is Iran exempting India, China, Qatar, Iraq from Hormuz restrictions?
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Tehran says ships from four countries can cross Hormuz freely, but analysts say the deals carry political risks.

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