London, May 24 (QNA) - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that the Strait of Hormuz must be reopened to maritime navigation with unconditional and unrestricted access.

Starmer emphasized that the United Kingdom would work with allies to "seize this moment" to help achieve a long-term solution in the Middle East.

Welcoming progress toward an agreement between the United States and Iran, he added, "We need to see an agreement that brings the conflict to an end and reopens the Strait of Hormuz, with unconditional and unrestricted freedom of navigation."

The British prime minister noted that his country would collaborate with international partners to seize the opportunity and secure a long-term diplomatic settlement.

The United Kingdom and France are leading efforts to form an international coalition that aims to provide assurances and assist with minesweeping operations once hostilities end. (QNA)