Hormuz: 36 countries join forces to pressure Iran and reopen the vital waterway

Tehran, Iran – Thirty-six countries from around the world convened in an intensive effort to pressure Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for oil and gas transport. This comes after a partial closure that disrupted international energy markets and drove up global oil prices.

Participating nations emphasized that maintaining freedom of navigation in the strait is a strategic imperative not only for the Gulf region but also directly impacts the global economy and energy markets. They called for resolving the crisis through dialogue and diplomatic pressure rather than military escalation.

For its part, Iran stressed its sovereignty and its right to protect its territorial waters. Meanwhile, the countries bordering the strait warned against any actions that could disrupt global trade or threaten oil supplies, as oil markets closely monitor developments in the region.

These efforts are part of a series of intensive diplomatic meetings and consultations among major powers and key players in the energy market, aimed at easing tensions and ensuring the stability of maritime traffic in the strait, a crucial artery for the world’s energy supply.