Iran demands inbound control of Hormuz and outbound oversight, source says

Iran is discussing a plan with Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway that provides passage from the Gulf to the Indian Ocean. According to a senior Iranian source, Iran wants control over inbound shipping through the strait and visibility over outbound traffic, with the ability to intervene if necessary.

The outbound lane would follow a route between Iran and Oman, with exit clearance granted through Oman after notifying Iran, as per the general idea currently being discussed. Tehran had initially sought full control over traffic in both directions but has shown flexibility by accepting a compromise.

Iran and Oman are close to reaching an agreement, with ships heading into the Persian Gulf traveling via a channel controlled by Iran and those leaving the Gulf using an Omani channel. There will be no tolls, but a service fee to cover environmental and staffing costs, with revenue divided equally between Iran and Oman, according to Iranian officials.

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