According to a statement issued by Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Iranian President Pezeh Hizyan spoke for about 20 minutes on Wednesday afternoon in Japan Standard Time to discuss issues including the Strait of Hormuz. Takashi expressed concern over the Houthis's announcement of a maritime blockade; asked Iran to urge the Houthis to exercise restraint; and emphasized the importance of passing through the Strait of Hormuz without additional charges. Pezheziyan explained the status and future prospects of negotiations with Oman on the strait issue. The two leaders agreed to maintain close communication with a view to easing the situation as soon as possible.

Zhitongcaijing · 3d ago
According to a statement issued by Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Iranian President Pezeh Hizyan spoke for about 20 minutes on Wednesday afternoon in Japan Standard Time to discuss issues including the Strait of Hormuz. Takashi expressed concern over the Houthis's announcement of a maritime blockade; asked Iran to urge the Houthis to exercise restraint; and emphasized the importance of passing through the Strait of Hormuz without additional charges. Pezheziyan explained the status and future prospects of negotiations with Oman on the strait issue. The two leaders agreed to maintain close communication with a view to easing the situation as soon as possible.