Iran Issues Fresh Strait of Hormuz Warning Following US Negotiations
Tehran announces maritime coordination mechanism and hotline for vessels as post war negotiations pave way for a broader agreement.
Iran, June 23 : Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on Monday that the Strait of Hormuz will operate under a new framework following the recent conflict, asserting that conditions in the strategic waterway would not revert to the pre-war status quo.
Speaking to Iranian media while returning from negotiations in Switzerland, Ghalibaf said the management of the vital shipping corridor would be conducted through arrangements established by Tehran. He reiterated Iran’s long-standing mistrust of the United States while emphasizing that new mechanisms had been agreed upon to maintain maritime stability.
According to Ghalibaf, Iran and the United States have reached an understanding to establish a direct communication hotline and a coordination centre for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The mechanism is intended to address navigation-related concerns, prevent misunderstandings and facilitate swift resolution of disputes involving commercial shipping.
He said the arrangement would help ensure the safe movement of maritime traffic through one of the world’s most critical energy transit routes. Iran, he added, would strictly adhere to international maritime regulations and respond promptly to issues raised by vessels operating in the area.
Referring to recent regional tensions, Ghalibaf noted that incidents can emerge in sensitive zones and said the new communication channels are designed to prevent escalation and maintain uninterrupted passage.
The remarks followed the conclusion of US-Iran negotiations in Switzerland on Sunday. US Vice-President JD Vance described the discussions as constructive and said they had created a strong foundation for a comprehensive agreement aimed at ending the conflict that erupted in late February.
The Strait of Hormuz, which was temporarily closed during the war, was reopened after a peace accord was signed by US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The reopening eased concerns over global energy supplies and helped stabilize international oil markets.
