Iran Says Oman Talks, Reopening Strait Of Hormuz Are Separate Issues; US Must Meet Conditions

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi clarified that Iran's ongoing negotiations with Oman are distinct from the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Araghchi stated that the talks aim to establish new maritime routes for ships, as the current routes are no longer functional. These negotiations are a technical matter concerning the designation of maritime routes in the Strait of Hormuz for ship passage.

While Araghchi indicated that an agreement could be reached soon, he stressed that the maritime route's designation would not automatically lead to the Strait's reopening. The resumption of shipping through the waterway would depend on the United States meeting certain conditions. Araghchi emphasized that Iran neither fears threats nor cowers before displays of power, firmly asserting that the Strait of Hormuz remains Iranian territory and will continue to be controlled by Iran until the country decides to change its stance.