INTERNATIONAL — March 24, 2026
Iranian FM Warns South Korean Counterpart on Strait of Hormuz Closure in Phone Call
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told South Korean counterpart Cho Hyun in a phone call that the Strait of Hormuz is closed to ships from countries supporting attacks on Iran but open to others with Tehran's coordination. Araghchi blamed U.S. and Israeli actions for regional instability, while affirming Iran's commitment to defending its sovereignty.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Khaama Press — corroborated by RTA — 2 min read
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation with his South Korean counterpart, Cho Hyun, to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments following U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran.
Cho expressed concerns over the impact of ongoing regional instability and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz on the global economy, urging efforts to reduce tensions, according to Iran's Foreign Ministry.
Araghchi attributed the current regional insecurity, including rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, to military actions by the United States and Israel against Iran. He affirmed that Iran would resolutely defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity amid fragile security conditions.
Araghchi stated that the Strait of Hormuz would be closed to vessels belonging to countries supporting attacks on Iran or their backers, but ships from other nations could pass through with coordination from Tehran.
The call comes amid escalating tensions in the region, with the Strait of Hormuz handling a significant portion of global oil shipments. Any disruption there raises fears for international energy markets and trade.
Read the original reporting at Khaama Press →
Reliability assessment
Two independent outlets (Khaama Press, RTA) corroborate the phone call and Araghchi's direct, on-record statements from Iran's Foreign Ministry, including specific policy on Strait of Hormuz; minor wording differences do not affect core event.
The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. Khaama Press: "growing fears of disruption"; "risk of further escalation remains high"; "posing serious implications" – these phrases add emotional framing and emphasize potential severity with mild advocacy language.
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Where reports agree
- Telephone call between Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi and South Korean FM Cho Hyun on bilateral relations and regional developments.
- Araghchi blames US and Israeli attacks for regional instability including Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran will defend its sovereignty against aggressions.
- Strait of Hormuz closed to ships of aggressors/supporters, open to others with Iranian coordination.
- Cho Hyun raised concerns on regional instability's economic impact including Strait of Hormuz.
Where reports differ
- Khaama Press mentions Cho expressing condolences to Iranian people; RTA does not.
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