Negotiations with Oman over Strait of Hormuz in 'Final Stages,' Iranian FM Says
Iran says a new route through the Strait of Hormuz is nearly settled, as traffic dropped sharply and talks aim to protect shipping rights.
- Iran and Oman are close to finalizing an agreement on a new maritime route through the Strait of Hormuz that respects both countries' sovereign rights and interests without fully reopening the strait.
- US President Donald Trump announced the cancellation of planned military strikes on Iran and stated that new negotiations would begin soon, but Iranian officials denied that any direct talks with the United States were currently underway.
- Israeli forces continued attacks across Gaza, killing at least 19 Palestinians despite a US-backed roadmap aimed at advancing a ceasefire and disarmament of Hamas.
- The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted energy markets, causing oil prices to rise, with Iran blaming US actions for the blockade and ongoing tensions in the region.
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Tehran is currently discussing with Oman the establishment of a temporary safe route for ships through the Strait of Ormuz.
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The spokesman for Iranian diplomacy indicates that his country has talks with Oman, focused on ensuring the safe passage of navigation through the Strait of Ormuz Read
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