Kaja Kallas, the European Union's chief of foreign policy, has brought up the prospect of a United Nations agreement aimed at ensuring the openness of the Strait of Hormuz during discussions with UN Secretary-General António Guterres. This conversation took place as Kallas was arriving for a meeting of the foreign ministers from the 27 EU member states in Brussels. She suggested that an initiative similar to the grain agreement for the Black Sea could be feasible in addressing the ongoing conflict in the Gulf region.

The context of her proposal references the successful agreements made in 2022 and 2025, where Russia and Ukraine coordinated under UN supervision to avoid attacks on vessels transporting grain in the Black Sea. Kallas underscored the strategic importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open, citing it enhances regional stability and is in the interests of not just Europe, but global trade.

Kallas's initiative reflects broader international efforts to mediate conflicts that impact key maritime routes, which are vital for oil and gas transportation. The potential for a layered diplomatic approach, incorporating lessons learned from the Black Sea agreements, could signal a renewed commitment to achieving peace in increasingly volatile areas. This undertaking also demonstrates the EU's proactive stance in international relations and its role in global security matters, particularly in strategically significant regions like the Strait of Hormuz.