Qatar, Iran mull proposal for ‘navigational corridor’ through Hormuz Strait

Doha and Tehran are discussing the possible establishment of a “temporary joint navigational corridor” through the Hormuz Strait, the Qatari Foreign Ministry has said, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts by both countries to deescalate regional tensions, Anadolu reports.

On Thursday, Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Tehran, where they discussed efforts to foster conditions conducive to dialogue, according to the ministry.

Talks also addressed a proposed “transitional framework” that would include the establishment of a “temporary joint navigational corridor” through the Hormuz Strait, along with joint efforts to clear the waterway of mines.

At the meeting, Sheikh Mohammed stressed the need to “respect the sovereignty […]