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2026-04-07 08:04:54
[Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Plans to Speak with Iranian President; Foreign Minister Has Had Emergency Consultations with Iranian Foreign Minister] (1) It has been reported that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is preparing to have a telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezechiyan. This comes after US President Trump threatened to bomb key Iranian infrastructure unless the Strait of Hormuz is reopened. Takaichi is seeking to de-escalate the conflict and ensure the safe passage of ships through the strait. (2) According to a statement from the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi had a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Monday evening. During the call, Motegi urged Iran to consider the efforts of other countries to mediate and reiterated the importance of quickly de-escalating the conflict. (3) Takaichi confirmed at a parliamentary session on Monday that the government is preparing for a leaders' meeting with Iran. She said, "We will continue to do everything in our power to find a way to de-escalate the situation and return to peace."
