Araghchi has also reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz remained open, stating that all vessels — except those belonging to countries in war with Iran — can pass.
“The vessels that want to pass should coordinate with our military because of the mines and obstacles which exist; we will guide them to pass,” the foreign minister said.
He maintained that the safe passage of vessels through the strait was in Iran’s “interest and policy”. Araghchi stressed that the source of the insecurity in the region was “US aggression”.
He added that Iran, along with Oman, was ensuring the safe passage of all vessels.
