Iran says progress in Oman talks on Hormuz Strait management
Iran and Oman have reported progress in negotiations regarding the management of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil transit route. The talks follow a period of heightened military tension involving the United States and Iran.
Why it matters
The stability of the Strait of Hormuz is essential for global energy security, and any diplomatic resolution here directly impacts international oil prices.
Iran said on Sunday (July 26, 2026) it had made progress in talks with Oman on management of the Strait of Hormuz , the strategic waterway crucial for oil and gas trade that both countries border.
The latest talks come after the United States resumed attacks on Iran in an effort to end Tehran's control of the Strait, following a June memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war that had briefly eased tensions.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said several rounds of negotiations were held in the Iranian capital, Tehran, on Friday (July 24) and Saturday (July 25) between Iranian and Omani deputy Foreign Ministers.
The discussions focused on "common principles and operational mechanisms" for ensuring the safe passage of shipping through the strait while respecting the sovereign rights of the two states, Mr. Baqaei said.
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