Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi has officially urged Iran to demonstrate greater flexibility in its diplomatic engagement with the United States. The call comes as tensions remain high following the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint for global oil supplies.
During a telephone conversation initiated by Tehran, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi briefed Motegi on the current status of diplomatic efforts and future expectations. According to reports from the Japan Times, Tokyo remains invested in maintaining the current ceasefire, which has been in place since early April, and hopes for an expedited resumption of Iran USA negotiations.
Minister Motegi emphasized the critical necessity of secure and free passage for international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. He specifically urged Iranian authorities to facilitate the transit of remaining vessels, noting the importance of these trade routes to the global economy as the Iran war risks continue to disrupt energy markets.
While reports indicate that Tehran has submitted a new proposal for ceasefire negotiations mediated by Pakistan, progress has remained stagnant since the initial de-escalation in April. Both Motegi and Araghchi have agreed to maintain open channels of communication as they monitor the volatile security situation.
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