Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that an Iranian delegation led by a deputy foreign minister visited Qatar to continue consultations with Qatari mediators. He reported that these talks aim to address the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, following visits by the Qatari mediators to Tehran in recent weeks.
Iran threatens 45 tankers with fines, confiscation in Hormuz escalation
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The named vessels could be fined, detained and have their cargoes confiscated, according to an X post late on Sunday from the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, a new body set up by Iran to manage the strait.
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The named vessels could be fined, detained and have their cargoes confiscated, according to an X post late on Sunday from the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, a new body set up by Iran to manage the strait. Also read: Fewer than 20 ships cross Strait of Hormuz over weekend as US-Ir…
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