Ships and tankers are navigating through the Strait of Hormuz off Musandam, Oman, as seen on April 18, 2026. — Reuters
Negotiations are centered on managing the Strait of Hormuz. Discussions addressed shipping safety and sovereignty concerns. Previously, Oman and Iran discussed transit service fees.
Iran announced on Sunday that it has made progress in talks with Oman regarding the management of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for oil and gas shipments that both nations border.
These recent talks follow the resumption of U.S. attacks on Iran, aimed at ending Tehran’s control over the strait. This development comes after a June agreement intended to de-escalate tensions, which had temporarily eased hostilities.
Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei, said several rounds of negotiations took place in Tehran on Friday and Saturday, involving deputy foreign ministers from Iran and Oman.
The discussions focused on establishing “common principles and operational mechanisms” to ensure safe passage for shipping through the strait, while respecting each other’s sovereign rights, Baqaei explained.
He described the talks as productive, noting that significant progress had been made and that both technical and political consultations are ongoing.
In June, Oman and Iran indicated they would discuss the possibility of imposing transit service fees, a move opposed by the United States.
Oman also stated that ships could pass through Hormuz via Omani waters, which angered Iran and led to a pattern of escalation.
Iran reported on Saturday that it has not recorded any US strikes after nearly two weeks of strikes.
According to Axios, the Pentagon presented President Donald Trump with a plan for a 14th night of strikes, but he declined to approve it, opting instead for renewed negotiations.
The report states Trump ordered a halt to hostilities following the arrival of an Omani delegation in Tehran to discuss a new arrangement for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Regarding the current status of shipping traffic, Baqaei confirmed there has been no change.