Iran, US set up 'communication line' to prevent military clash in Strait of Hormuz amid peace talks

Iran and the United States have set up a direct "communication line" in the Strait of Hormuz to reduce the risk of military incidents and ensure the smooth implementation of the recently signed 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The move follows high-level technical talks held in Switzerland as both countries attempt to lower tensions and move towards a broader agreement aimed at ending hostilities in West Asia.

According to Iranian state media Press TV, the communication line has been established to prevent misunderstandings or unexpected incidents in the strategically significant Strait of Hormuz that could trigger a military confrontation.

The arrangement also supports the implementation of provisions outlined in the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. Quoting the final statement issued after the Switzerland talks, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, Press



TV said, "In order to prevent incidents in the Strait of Hormuz that might lead to military confrontation and to implement the provisions of paragraph five of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, a communication line has been established between the two sides."

While agreeing to the new communication mechanism, Iran also stressed that all commercial and other vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz must comply with navigation routes designated by Tehran. The report quoted the Iranian position, stating, "Any passage through the strait must be conducted via the routes announced by Iran."

The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world's most crucial maritime trade corridors, carrying a significant share of global crude oil and liquefied natural gas shipments. Any disruption in the region has the potential to impact international energy markets and global shipping.