Qatar, Iran discuss proposal for temporary shipping corridor through Strait of Hormuz

Middle East Monitor — Aug 26, 07:42 AM

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Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani discussed with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday a proposal to establish a joint temporary shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz, along with a project to clear mines from the strait.

The two officials discussed the latest regional developments during a phone call, according to a statement from Qatar’s Foreign Ministry.

The statement said the talks covered ongoing discussions between Oman and Iran on a proposed interim framework that includes establishing a “joint temporary shipping corridor” through the Strait of Hormuz and agreeing to implement a joint project to clear mines from the strait.

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