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Iran, Oman Push Talks for ‘Interim’ Reopening of Hormuz Strait

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Omani counterpart Badr Albusaidi discussed an “interim framework” aimed at resuming shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a joint statement carried by the Oman News Agency, as the two sides press ahead with long-running talks over navigation through the key waterway.

Iran, Oman Push Talks for ‘Interim’ Reopening of Hormuz Strait

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