Iran: Oman talks do not signal reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Iran's foreign minister says negotiations with Oman do not mean the Strait of Hormuz will reopen, as talks enter final stages.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that negotiations with Oman do not signify the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The talks between Iran and the Sultanate of Oman are reportedly in their final stages, with new routes being considered within the strait. However, Araghchi clarified that there are no direct discussions with the United States, and the Iranian government is currently communicating through intermediaries.
Hossein Mohibi, a spokesman for the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, emphasized that the Strait of Hormuz remains a crucial component of Tehran's strategic capabilities. The reopening of the strait is not contingent upon the outcome of Iran-Oman negotiations. Mohibi suggested that the issue would only be addressed if the United States agrees to Iran's conditions and ceases interfering in regional affairs.
Despite the potential for progress in the negotiations, tensions in the Strait of Hormuz persist, continuing to impact maritime traffic. Iran maintains its stance on the conditions required for managing the strait, and the situation was further complicated by Iran's recent targeting of an Emirati oil tanker on Saturday.
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