Germany deployed naval ships to the Red Sea for a possible Strait of Hormuz mission, but officials have not confirmed participation until a US-Iran agreement is in place. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said Berlin wants to see the terms of any deal between Washington and Tehran before committing minesweeping vessels.
Iran has warned it could shut down the chokepoint following the latest round of negotiations held in Geneva. European governments are tracking the negotiations as the dispute complicates shipping routes and energy markets. Germany’s naval presence places its crews within range of the chokepoint while diplomats continue efforts to prevent a blockade.
The Foreign Office insists all moves remain precautionary pending further developments.