Iran, Oman say discussed temporary Hormuz corridor, mine-clearing

Iran and Oman's foreign ministers have discussed a framework for a temporary transit corridor through the Strait of Hormuz and a mine-clearing project in the waterway, according to a joint statement released by Oman. The Strait of Hormuz, which both countries border, became a point of contention early in the Middle East war, and the two nations have been working to develop a plan to regulate transit through the strait, as outlined in a June U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding.

During talks in Tehran, Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi outlined a phased framework that could provide a practical basis for moving forward, including the establishment of a joint temporary navigational corridor through the Strait of Hormuz and an agreement to implement a joint project to clear the strait of mines.

Omani Foreign Minister Albusaidi expressed hope that the countries would soon announce the temporary corridor in the strait, with future management and a permanent solution to follow.

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