On 15 March 2026, H.E. Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a telephone conversation with H.E. Mr. Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

The Foreign Minister sought the Iranian side’s assistance in the search and rescue operation for the three Thai crew members on board the vessel “Mayuree Naree.” They also discussed the authorisation for the safe passage of Thai cargo vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Foreign Minister called on all parties concerned to return to dialogue and diplomacy to end the current tensions in the Middle East at the earliest opportunity.