BERLIN

Germany’s foreign minister on Friday urged Iran to engage in serious negotiations with the United States to help end the war and stop blocking the Strait of Hormuz.

Speaking to reporters in France after meeting with G7 partners, Johann Wadephul said the conflict is having an enormous impact on the global economy, and that further escalation must be avoided.

“We are all in agreement that the Iranian regime would be well advised to enter into serious negotiations with the United States. There are initial signs that give reason for optimism that such talks are to take place,” he said.

Asked about their meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Wadephul said G7 partners had a “friendly” and “constructive” meeting with the top US diplomat.

“There is absolutely no disagreement,” the minister said. “There was and is no request from the United States — especially from us — to make a military contribution before the end of hostilities. We are diplomatically active and coordinating closely,” he added.