Tehran TimesIran-leaningJun 28, 2026, 4:55 PM

Araghchi warns against foreign interference in Hormuz reopening

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, while conducting high-level meetings in Baghdad centered on bilateral relations, regional security, and post-conflict diplomacy, issued a stern warning against foreign interference in Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz. On Sunday, Araghchi emphasized that such external involvement would not only complicate the restoration of maritime traffic but also postpone the reopening of the Strait, a crucial global maritime passage. His remarks highlight Tehran’s firm stance on maintaining sovereignty over this strategically vital waterway, which is a key transit point for international shipping and energy supplies. The warning comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to stabilize the region and ensure safe navigation through the Strait, underscoring the geopolitical sensitivity surrounding its management and the broader implications for regional security and economic stability.

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TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned on Sunday that any foreign interference in Iran's management of the Strait of Hormuz would complicate efforts to restore maritime traffic and delay the reopening of one of the world's most strategically important waterways, as he held a series of high-level meetings in Baghdad focused on bilateral relations, regional security, and post-conflict diplomacy.