Iran, Oman working on plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman are negotiating a potential agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by establishing separate entry and exit corridors for maritime traffic. The success of this proposal remains contingent on the United States lifting its blockade on Iranian ports, amid broader regional diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions.
Why it matters
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global energy chokepoint; any change in its management directly impacts international oil prices and regional geopolitical stability.
Iran and Oman are inching toward a deal to reopen the disputed Strait of Hormuz and potentially help bring an end to the war.
The emerging agreement calls for ships to enter the Persian Gulf through an Iranian-controlled route and exit through a route controlled by Oman, two regional officials told The Associated Press .
Any deal, though, appears contingent on the United States lifting its blockade on Iran's ports. The Trump administration has previously ruled out any deal that would give Iran control over the strait.
According to an Iranian state broadcaster, the official said that the talks revolve around a new corridor to secure passage of ships via the critical energy chokepoint.
“Iran-Oman talks revolve around new corridor that’ll secure safe passage of ships through Strait of Hormuz,” the official said.
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