Two European nations are reportedly engaging in diplomatic discussions with Iranian officials to establish protections for their commercial vessels navigating through a crucial Middle Eastern waterway, according to a Friday report from the Financial Times.
The negotiations between France, Italy, and Iran center on creating an agreement that would ensure their ships can safely traverse the Strait of Hormuz, sources familiar with the diplomatic efforts told the publication on March 13.
The Reuters news agency noted they were unable to independently confirm the Financial Times’ reporting at the time of publication.
