Iranian Foreign Minister: Iran is willing to allow ships related to Japan to pass through the Strait of Hormuz

The chief reporter learned that, according to Japanese sources, Iranian Foreign Minister Alaraji stated in a phone interview on the 20th that after negotiations with Japan, Iran is willing to allow ships related to Japan to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. Alaraji said that both sides have begun discussions on temporarily lifting the blockade. As the conflict continues to escalate, a large number of ships related to Japan are stranded in the Persian Gulf. For Japan, which relies on Middle Eastern oil imports for over 90%, the ability to pass through the Strait of Hormuz is of great significance. Alaraji stated that Iran has not blocked the Strait of Hormuz but has implemented passage restrictions on ships from hostile countries attacking Iran. He said that ships from non-hostile countries wishing to pass can, after negotiations with the relevant countries, be provided with safe passage guarantees. (CCTV News)