Iran announced on Wednesday that it would guarantee safe passage for maritime traffic through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz for two weeks, ahead of talks with the United States aimed at ending the ongoing conflict.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated on X that coordination with Iran’s Armed Forces would ensure safe passage, taking technical limitations into account.
The Supreme National Security Council of Iran confirmed that the talks, set to begin Friday in Islamabad, are initially planned for two weeks but may be extended by mutual agreement.
Iraq’s foreign ministry welcomed the ceasefire, calling for “serious and sustainable dialogue” between the United States and Iran. The ministry emphasised the need to address root causes of the disputes and strengthen mutual trust.
The temporary halt in tensions aims to create a conducive environment for negotiations, while securing one of the world’s most important oil transit routes.
