Iran Says Progress in Oman Talks on Hormuz Strait Management
Iran said talks with Oman advanced on new shipping rules for the Strait of Hormuz as technical and political consultations continued, officials said.
- On Sunday, Iran announced progress in negotiations with Oman on managing the Hormuz Strait, the strategic waterway crucial for oil and gas trade that both countries border.
- President Donald Trump declined to authorize a 14th consecutive night of US airstrikes after an Omani delegation arrived in Tehran "for talks on a new arrangement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz."
- Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei described the talks as "useful," noting discussions on Friday and Saturday focused on "common principles and operational mechanisms" for safe shipping between deputy foreign ministers.
- There has been "no change" in shipping traffic status through the strait, Baqaei stated, though technical and political consultations between the two sides are continuing.
- Tensions persist as the United States opposes shipping fees proposed by Iran and Oman in June. Iran also intercepted six vessels after warnings over the past 24 hours on Sunday.
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Iran says progress in Oman talks on Hormuz Strait management
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