Oman and Iran Hold Deputy Foreign Minister Talks to Reopen Hormuz
Key Takeaways
- Oman and Iran held deputy foreign minister talks to ensure smooth Strait of Hormuz transit.
- Experts from both sides presented possible options to allow ships through Hormuz.
- The talks were at the undersecretaries level with foreign ministry specialists attending.
Diplomatic Engagement
Oman and Iran held deputy foreign minister-level talks to discuss options for ensuring smooth transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
The meeting involved specialists from both sides who presented a number of visions and proposals that will be studied.
The developments come after Iran effectively closed the strait, disrupting about one-fifth of global oil supplies.
MarineTraffic data indicated three Omani ships transiting the strait outside Iran's approved corridor.
Navigational Control and Sovereignty
Iran announced it was drafting a protocol with Oman to monitor traffic in the strait.
Kazem Gharibabadi said navigation encounters serious problems during an act of aggression.
More than 180 ships have successfully transited the strait since the conflict started, with 70% belonging to Iran or its allies.
The UN's chamber of commerce estimated up to 140 ships passed through daily before the war.
Military Conflict Persists
Despite the diplomatic talks, the broader conflict persists.
The US-Israeli bombing campaign killed at least 1,340 people in Iran, including Khamenei.
Iran retaliated with missile strikes on Israel.
Gulf nations have insisted on being part of any discussions related to the strait.
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