Iran announced on Sunday its readiness to cooperate with the UN’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) to enhance maritime safety and protect seafarers in the Gulf region, according to the semi-official Mehr News Agency.
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Iran’s representative to the IMO, Ali Mousavi, stated that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to international navigation, with the exception of vessels linked to what he described as "Iran’s enemies."
Mousavi added that passage through this vital waterway is possible through coordination with Tehran regarding security arrangements and safety procedures. He emphasized that diplomacy remains his country’s primary option, while stressing that a complete cessation of "aggressions" and the building of mutual trust are essential for de-escalation.
The Iranian official attributed current tensions in the Strait of Hormuz primarily to attacks carried out by the United States and Israel.
The conflict with Iran erupted on February 28, following large-scale U.S. and Israeli airstrikes under operations "Epic Fury" and "Lion’s Roar." These strikes targeted vital facilities, military installations, and command centers, resulting in the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on the first day, alongside senior officials including National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani and top IRGC commanders.
In response, Iran launched operation "True Promise 4," firing hundreds of missiles and drones toward Israel and regional states while closing the Strait of Hormuz, causing a global spike in energy prices. The conflict expanded to Lebanon on March 2, after Hezbollah launched rocket attacks on Israel following Khamenei's assassination, prompting a large-scale Israeli aerial campaign and a ground incursion into Southern Lebanon.
