Japan's Foreign Minister Demands Iran Release Detained Ships in Strait of Hormuz

茂木外相 イラン外相と電話会談 船舶の安全確保 対応求める

3/17/2026, 2:58:10 PM ja source ↗
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Summary

Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi held a telephone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi on the evening of the 17th, strongly urging Iran to immediately cease actions threatening safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Motegi also called on Tehran to ensure the safety and release of all detained vessels, including Japanese-affiliated ships. The call underscores Tokyo's growing concern over the security of a critical maritime route for Japan's energy supplies.

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茂木外務大臣は17日夜、イランのアラグチ外相と電話で会談し、ホルムズ海峡の航行の安全を脅かす行為をただちに停止するよう強く要請するとともに、日本の関係船舶を含め、留め置かれているすべての船舶の安全が確保されるよう、適切な対応を求めました。

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