Iran issues demands for reopening of Hormuz

Per Channel NewsAsia, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says discussions over transit and management of the Strait of Hormuz are nearing their final stages. However, he noted that reopening the waterway depends on additional conditions and compensation for a violation of a June agreement. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments.

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