Germany and China want to restore free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, the German foreign ministry said in a statement.

According to the ministry, German foreign minister Johann Wadephul expressed this idea during a telephone conversation with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi.

“In this difficult global situation, German-Chinese relations & exchange remain crucial,” according to the German foreign ministry's statement.

"For decades, Iran has acted hostilely towards its neighbours and endangered peace and security with its missile and #nuclear programmes. China can use its influence on Iran constructively for a negotiated solution and a cessation of hostilities against the Gulf states, the German Foreign Office stated on X, adding, "Germany and China both want to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. We agree that individual countries may not control shipping lanes or impose tolls for passage."