Turkey, Iran discuss efforts to reopen Strait of Hormuz, continue US-Iran ceasefire

Middle East Eye·August 17, 2026Politics

Turkey, Iran discuss efforts to reopen Strait of Hormuz, continue US-Iran ceasefire Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a call with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi on Monday to discuss efforts to open the Strait of Hormuz and ensure the continuation of a ceasefire between Iran and the U. S. according to Reuters, citing a Turkish diplomatic source.