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Iran unveils plan for safe passage in Strait of Hormuz

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that his country’s commitment to achieving peace and stability in the region is accompanied by intensive and sustained diplomatic efforts with neighboring countries. He emphasized that consultations held by Tehran with officials from Pakistan and Oman focused on the necessity of reaching practical and sustainable regional solutions. In a … The post…

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi outlined Iran's plan to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The strategy includes the creation of a new shipping lane, joint mine-clearing efforts, and the development of future agreements for Strait management. Araghchi stressed that these measures embody a commitment to regional cooperation and a pragmatic approach to resolving navigation challenges in the vital waterway.

The Strait of Hormuz, a strategically important passage, is currently facing threats due to ongoing conflicts. In response, Iran and Oman announced that their foreign ministers engaged in consultations to draft a phased framework for resuming safe navigation. The proposed framework involves setting up a temporary joint shipping corridor, implementing a joint project to clear mines from the Strait, and securing it for shipping.

These steps aim to address the repercussions of the war and restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important waterways.

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