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Iran and Oman agree phased reopening of Hormuz shipping corridor

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Iran and Oman agree phased reopening of Hormuz shipping corridor

Iranian and Omani officials met in Tehran to discuss restoring shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. They agreed to open a temporary joint corridor and cooperate on demining the waterway. The phased plan was announced as Washington and Tehran remain in tension over the strait.

Key Facts

  • Iran and Oman agreed to open a temporary joint shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz.
  • The two sides will cooperate on demining the waterway as part of the phased plan.
  • Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi said the temporary route would be operational soon.
  • Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated the inbound lane for ships entering the Persian Gulf will pass entirely through Iranian waters.
  • The parties plan additional negotiations over 30–60 days to define a permanent route, strait management, traffic coordination, and a security service.

The Tehran Meeting

Iranian and Omani officials met in Tehran to discuss restoring shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The two sides agreed to open a temporary joint corridor and cooperate on demining the waterway. Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi said the temporary route would be operational soon. The meeting took place amid ongoing tension between Washington and Tehran over the strait.

Corridor Details

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the inbound lane for ships entering the Persian Gulf will pass entirely through Iranian waters. The return line will cover both Iranian and Omani waters. The parties plan additional negotiations over 30–60 days to define a permanent route, strait management, traffic coordination, and a security service.

Regional Context

Donald Trump had warned Oman not to obstruct negotiations. Iran also discussed the strait issue and the possibility of resuming ceasefire talks with a Pakistani delegation.

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Iran and Oman agree phased reopening of Hormuz shipping corridor

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UzA (Uzbek State News)