Turkish Foreign Minister: Turkey May Consider Participating in Mine Clearance Operations in the Strait of Hormuz After a US-Iran Agreement

Odaily Planet Daily News Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Turkey could consider participating in mine clearance operations in the Strait of Hormuz after a potential peace agreement between Iran and the United States. It is expected that following a US-Iran agreement, a technical team will carry out mine clearance operations in the strait. Turkey, in principle, views such operations as a humanitarian responsibility and holds a positive attitude. If this technical multinational coalition becomes a party to a new round of conflict in the future, Turkey will reassess its stance. He believes that issues related to Iran's nuclear program can be resolved in the next round of talks to be held in Pakistan. (Jinshi)