Russia, Iran foreign ministers hold phone call

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, where Iran expressed readiness to do everything possible to ensure unimpeded passage of Russian vessels and cargo through the Strait of Hormuz. Araghchi briefed Lavrov on Iran's position regarding US ceasefire violations, including the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and the seizure of an Iranian container ship. Moscow emphasized the importance of maintaining the ceasefire and continuing diplomatic efforts toward conflict resolution, while also expressing readiness to facilitate agreements between Iran and Gulf states.