Iran Foreign Ministry: Tehran Simplifies Passage Procedures for Vessels from Non-Hostile Countries in the Strait of Hormuz; Iran Has Drafted Response to Mediator's Proposal for Ceasefire with the U.S.
Sputnik News, Moscow, April 6 — Iran Foreign Ministry spokesperson Bahgaee stated that Tehran has simplified passage procedures for vessels from non-hostile countries through the Strait of Hormuz.
Citing Bahgaee, Iran's SNN TV reported: "Several measures have been taken regarding passage by vessels from non-hostile countries, and their (passage through the Strait of Hormuz — editor’s note) safety procedures have been simplified."
On February 28, the United States and Israel launched multiple strikes against targets inside Iran, including attacks on Tehran, causing damage and civilian casualties.
In response, Iran carried out retaliatory missile strikes on Israeli territory and U.S. military targets in the Middle East. The escalation of conflict in the Middle East led to an effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in reduced oil production in some regional countries and a surge in energy prices.
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical channel for Gulf states to export oil and liquefied natural gas to global markets, with about 20% of the world’s oil, petroleum products, and liquefied natural gas passing through it.
Iran Foreign Ministry spokesperson Bahgaee said Iran has drafted a response to a ceasefire proposal put forward by mediators involving the United States.
Reuters previously cited sources saying that Pakistan had relayed a two-phase ceasefire plan to both the U.S. and Iran, which could take effect on April 6.
Citing Bahgaee, Islamic Republic of Iran News Agency (IRNA) reported: "We have already drafted our response."
Bahgaee noted that Iran will inform relevant parties at an appropriate time.
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