Turkey's Strategic Role in Iran-US Negotiations and Strait of Hormuz Security

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, during a joint press conference with his Canadian counterpart in Ottawa, outlined Ankara's new positions regarding recent tensions in the Persian Gulf and negotiations between Tehran and Washington. Referring to the sensitive situation in the region, he emphasized that establishing free, safe, and uninterrupted passage in the Strait of Hormuz is an unavoidable necessity not only for regional stability but also for global energy security and international trade [1].

The Necessity of Sustainable Security in the Strait of Hormuz The Turkish Foreign Minister stated that the Strait of Hormuz must return to its pre-conflict status, allowing all commercial vessels to pass through this strategic waterway without restrictions. Fidan noted that any disruption in this route imposes severe economic pressure on global markets [2]. He also mentioned that Turkey is ready to actively participate in technical operations, such as clearing sea mines in the area, to ensure the security of shipping lanes if a final agreement is reached [3].

Turkey's Mediating Role and the Islamabad Agreement In recent months, Turkey, along with countries such as Pakistan and Qatar, has served as one of the main axes of diplomacy between Iran and the United States. Welcoming the "Islamabad Memorandum," which led to a temporary ceasefire and a reduction in hostilities, Fidan announced that Ankara will continue its support for this process until a sustainable security architecture is achieved [1]. He emphasized that the political will of the leaders of both countries to overcome diplomatic deadlocks is a valuable step that must be strengthened by practical actions.

Warning Against Destructive Factors and Sabotage One of the important points of the Turkish Foreign Minister's speech was a serious warning against potential efforts to sabotage and destroy the peace process. Referring to the sensitivity of the current timeframe until the final signing of the agreement, Fidan called on all parties and regional actors to avoid provocative rhetoric [2]. He specifically pointed to the destructive role of certain parties and said that the international community must be vigilant against any acts of sabotage aimed at derailing the train of diplomacy [1].

Outlook for Regional Cooperation Fidan concluded by noting that Turkey's ultimate goal is to transform this temporary calm into a permanent security structure in the Middle East. He expressed hope that with the resolution of remaining issues in the nuclear and economic files, the region will enter a new era of prosperity. Ankara believes that diplomacy is the only sustainable solution for the region's complex crises and will spare no effort in this path [3].