Iran says it will administer Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran talks progress
Iran’s chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, stated on Tuesday that the Strait of Hormuz will be administered by Tehran, according to state media. The statement follows the first round of talks between Iran and the United States in Switzerland aimed at ending the conflict in West Asia.
The United States and Iran agreed on Monday to establish communication lines to keep the vital shipping route open and to end fighting in Lebanon, mediators reported. The talks are part of efforts to end the war that the U.S. and Israel began against Iran in late February.
U.S. Vice-President J.D. Vance described his lengthy discussions with senior Iranian officials in Switzerland as creating a “good foundation for a successful final deal.” He emphasized the need for a permanent end to the conflict.
An interim deal signed last week by leaders of the U.S. and Iran sets a 60-day period for negotiations on key issues, including the future of Tehran’s nuclear programme. Iran denies allegations that it seeks nuclear weapons.
The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, is critical for global oil shipments. Any disruption could impact energy markets worldwide.
