Iran–Japan ministerial call Araghchi on Gulf security

Oct 1

IRINN reports a telephone conversation between Araghchi and Japan's foreign minister. Araghchi attributes continuing insecurity in Hormuz and the Persian Gulf to U.S. aggression and illegal activity, saying stability requires those activities to stop. He discusses mediators' diplomatic efforts and reiterates Iran's determination to defend national and sovereign interests. The report announces no agreement, reopened passage or accepted peace terms.

Araghchi speaks by telephone with Japan's foreign minister on October 1. He attributes Hormuz and Gulf insecurity to U.S. activity, calls for its cessation and discusses diplomatic mediation while affirming national interests. No completed agreement or reopened maritime passage is reported.