Japan urges Iran to ensure safety of ships in Strait of Hormuz

Nikkei Asia | March 17, 2026, 1:58 p.m. | Original

TOKYO -- Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi spoke by phone Tuesday with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, pressing Iran to stop actions that threaten safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

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