Ghalibaf: US and Iran can work together to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran's chief negotiator said the Strait of Hormuz will never return to its pre-war state, but the US and Iran can cooperate to reopen it.
Iran's top nuclear negotiator Mohammad Ghalibaf has stated that the Strait of Hormuz – a strategically vital oil transit chokepoint – will never revert to its condition before the war. At the same time, he indicated that the United States and Iran can work together to restore operations in the strait. The comments come amid ongoing tensions in the region.
Ghalibaf, who also serves as the speaker of the Iranian parliament, emphasized that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz has fundamentally changed and that returning to the previous status quo is impossible. However, he expressed optimism that cooperation between Washington and Tehran could help resume normal shipping and the flow of goods. Specific terms of such collaboration have not been disclosed.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's busiest maritime passages, handling about one-fifth of global oil shipments. Any disruption in this route can have significant repercussions for global energy markets. It remains unclear what specific changes are expected, but Ghalibaf's remarks suggest a potential diplomatic shift in the region.
