Iran ready to make concessions in the Strait of Hormuz? Everything depends on Washington's decision
According to an anonymous source, described only as a person familiar with the negotiations and close to the Iranian authorities, Tehran is ready to consider allowing ships to use the Oman part of the strait without interference.
The proposal, as the Router Agency emphasizes, is full of ambiguities. On the one hand, it is not known whether it covers all ships, including those related to, for example, Israel. On the other hand, as we read, it was not stated whether the new agreement also covers removal sea mines that may have been placed in this stretch of water.
However, we do know one thing. — Iran's proposal depends on Washington's readiness to meet Tehran's demands, the source emphasized.
The White House did not respond when asked to comment on this matter.
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The Strait of Hormuz plays a key role in global oil and gas trade. About 20 percent of the water flows through this narrow passage. world supplies of these raw materials. The war that broke out on February 28 led to major disruptions in maritime transport. Hundreds of tankers and other units, as well as 20,000 sailors remain trapped in the Persian Gulf.
