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Iran and Oman Near Agreement to Reopen Strait of Hormuz with Iranian Control Demands

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First reported by Now 14 · 9 hours ago

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Iran and Oman are close to announcing the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran demanding full control over incoming and outgoing maritime traffic. The deal, expected within hours, reflects Tehran's firm security demands rejected earlier by Oman. This marks a key development in regional maritime control amid ongoing tensions.

01Iran and Oman are set to announce the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz within hours.
02Iran demands full control over incoming and oversight of outgoing ship traffic in the strait.
03The exit route will require Oman's approval only after notifying Iranian authorities.
04Iran rejected Oman's earlier proposal for equal division of transit routes in July.
05Tehran insists on its demands to ensure its security interests amid regional instability.
06The deal signals a breakthrough in Iran-Oman negotiations over this strategic waterway.

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