Frankly, the point we have reached is a diplomatic success of our foreign policy, carried out under the leadership of our President. So, that’s how it needs to be framed. It is an agreement shaped in accordance with the principles of our foreign policy—one that supports peace and stability and is based on a win-win approach. Of course, the trust our Libyan brothers and sisters have in Türkiye and the stability that will come to the Eastern Mediterranean are exceptionally important.

The reality is that Iran, simply by virtue of geography, will always have unparalleled leverage over maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

Despite the hype about alternative routes, the waterway is irreplaceable for both the region and the world economy.

The good news is that Iran intends to honor its historic role as a guardian of the Strait and those who lawfully traverse it.

There is a way forward, but it can only materialize once the US administration genuinely accepts that it has no military options.