Iran declared on Wednesday that it will allow safe passage for maritime traffic through the strategic Strait of Hormuz for a two-week period, coinciding with upcoming talks aimed at ending hostilities with the United States.
The negotiations are scheduled to begin on Friday in Islamabad, Pakistan, and could be extended by mutual agreement.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed via X that the temporary reopening would be coordinated with Iran’s Armed Forces, taking into account technical constraints to ensure safe passage.
The move comes as a welcome gesture amid heightened tensions in the region.
Iraq’s Foreign Ministry welcomed the two-week ceasefire, urging the U.S. and Iran to pursue “serious and sustainable dialogue” to address the underlying causes of the conflict and strengthen mutual trust.
This development followed recent announcements of temporary halts to military actions, including a suspension of U.S. bombing operations in Iran, reflecting ongoing diplomatic efforts to stabilise the region and prevent further escalation.
The temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, underscores the strategic importance of diplomacy in maintaining both regional security and international trade flows.
