Moscow Urges Protection of Freedom of Navigation in the Strait of Hormuz

Moscow, July 10 (Petra)– Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has
stressed that the dispute surrounding Iran must be resolved through
negotiations, while emphasizing the importance of ensuring the safety
of commercial shipping and the uninterrupted flow of oil and gas
through the Strait of Hormuz.

Speaking at a press conference, Lavrov said Moscow’s position on
developments involving Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, and the wider Gulf
region is that the conflict can only be settled through dialogue.

He stressed that any agreement should take into account the interests
of countries affected, directly or indirectly, by the negative impact
of the current situation on the global economy.

Lavrov added that a negotiated settlement remains the only viable
path to easing regional tensions and safeguarding international
economic stability.

//Petra// MF