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2026-05-25 18:16:51
[Intensive Consultations on Reopening the Strait of Hormuz Highlight Conflicts of Interests] ⑴ Oman's Foreign Minister spoke by phone with the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy on Monday, exchanging views and expressing support for efforts to restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and end regional tensions. ⑵ According to media reports, Iran is discussing with Oman arrangements for the management of the strait, involving formally regulating maritime traffic in this strategic waterway, which has been severely affected since the outbreak of war. ⑶ Several countries, including Oman, have expressed concern about establishing toll arrangements, arguing that the Strait of Hormuz, as a natural waterway, holds a special status under international maritime law. ⑷ A delegation led by Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister met with Omani officials in Muscat on Sunday to discuss the two countries' commitments to a safe and sustainable reopening, while reports indicate that the US and Iran are close to reaching an agreement on reopening the strait, unfreezing funds, and extending the ceasefire to negotiate a nuclear agreement.
