Ahead of talks between U.S. and Iranian officials scheduled in Pakistan, the Strait of Hormuz could be opened in a limited and controlled manner on Thursday or Friday.

Axar.az reports, citing Reuters, a senior Iranian official told the agency that “If an understanding on a framework for talks is reached, the strait could be opened in a limited way, under Iran’s control,” the official said.

“Coordinating with Iranian military will be mandatory for all ships. The ceasefire is still fragile; however, we prefer lasting peace, but Iran has no fear of returning to war if the U.S. wants to go the same way."