Iran Says Only It Has Authority to Clear Mines in Strait of Hormuz
Summary
- Iran's deputy foreign minister said only Iran has the authority to carry out mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran said French involvement in the mine-clearing operation could further complicate an already sensitive situation.
- Iran's warning over possible French involvement suggested tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz could escalate.
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Iran warned against possible French involvement in mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz.
Walter Bloomberg reported on June 29 that Iran's deputy foreign minister said only Iran is authorized to conduct mine-clearing work in the Strait of Hormuz under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.
French involvement in the operation could further complicate an already sensitive situation, he added.
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