The Middle East crisis continues. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington could reach a deal with Iran by tomorrow to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing The Guardian.
In an interview with CNBC, Bessent said: "We are in talks with the Iranians, and I think there is a chance we may have a deal today or tomorrow to open the strait and move towards a more normalised position in this conflict."
When asked if Iran could charge shipping tolls, he replied: "It would be freedom of movement."
Iran has not yet given an official response to this statement. Earlier, Tehran denied that negotiations with the US were taking place.
Qatar said diplomatic efforts are ongoing. Iran, for its part, reiterated that it does not seek to expand the war.
Importance of the Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz is the world's most important oil corridor. It connects the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. Approximately 20% of global oil exports pass through this strait. Therefore, any tension in this region affects the global market.
Negotiations between the US and Iran
When information about negotiations between the US and Iran first emerged, Tehran denied it. However, Bessent's latest statement confirms that talks are underway.
According to experts, if an agreement is reached, it could help reduce tensions in the region and stabilize prices on the global market.
Role of Qatar
Qatar plays an important mediating role in this crisis. Qatari officials said diplomatic efforts are ongoing and called on the parties to engage in dialogue.
Iran's position
Iran, for its part, has repeatedly stated that it does not seek to expand the war. Tehran emphasizes its right to defend its interests.
Conclusion
The situation in the Strait of Hormuz is important for the global economy. The outcome of negotiations between the US and Iran could affect stability in the region. For now, the positions of the parties remain unclear, but diplomatic efforts continue.