{
  "id": 123398,
  "title": "Iran vies for expanded control over Strait of Hormuz in possible deal with Oman - report",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/iran-vies-for-expanded-control-over-strait-of-hormuz-in-possible-deal",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-04T09:58:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Jerusalem Post",
    "slug": "jerusalem-post",
    "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-904533"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Iran and Oman are reportedly nearing an agreement to reopen shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, according to US and Iranian officials interviewed by the New York Times. The proposed deal would grant Iran control over areas previously considered international waters, according to US officials. Ships entering the Persian Gulf would use a channel controlled by Iran, while those departing would pass through an Omani-controlled channel. The agreement stipulates that no tolls will be charged, but a \"service fee\" for environmental and staffing costs will be equally split between Iran and Oman. However, a US official disputes this claim, stating there would be no tolls and the new routes are temporary and not dependent on Iran's approval.\n\nAli Vaez, a Middle East analyst at the International Crisis Group, told the Times that Iran views the Strait of Hormuz as its only significant gain from the war. This possible deal with Oman could put Iran in a better position than it was prior to the conflict. Former President Donald Trump has renewed US-Iran negotiations, urging the two nations to reach a deal before military action escalates further. He has accused Iran of being \"unbelievably duplicitous\" and dishonest about the negotiations. Trump also insists that the Strait of Hormuz is entirely controlled by the US Navy, contradicting Iranian claims. Iran's Foreign Ministry denies any ongoing talks with the US, despite Trump's claims, but confirms that discussions with Oman are ongoing and show progress. The dispute over the Strait of Hormuz remains a contentious issue, with the US unable to compel Iran to relinquish control, leading to increased oil prices and gasoline costs in the United States.",
  "summary": "This would give Iran control over areas that were international waters before the war, officials told the NYT.",
  "key_points": [
    "Iran and Oman reportedly nearing deal to reopen shipping in Strait of Hormuz.",
    "Iran to control areas previously international waters, Omani-controlled channel for departures.",
    "US official disputes claim of tolls, routes temporary and not dependent on Iran's approval."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": "https://urgent.news/ill/123398.png",
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 7,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Middle East Eye",
        "title": "Iran and Oman discussing plan to split control of Hormuz shipping routes",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/iran-and-oman-discussing-plan-to-split-control-of-hormuz-shipping",
        "published": "2026-08-04T10:05:29.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Al Jazeera",
        "title": "‘One last chance’: The times Trump threatened Iran, said deal imminent",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/one-last-chance-the-times-trump-threatened-iran-said-deal-imminent",
        "published": "2026-08-04T10:53:33.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Iran demands inbound control of Hormuz and outbound oversight",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/iran-demands-inbound-control-of-hormuz-and-outbound-oversight",
        "published": "2026-08-04T11:49:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yonhap News",
        "title": "U.S., Iran could reach deal this week to reopen Strait of Hormuz: Bessent",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/u-s-iran-could-reach-deal-this-week-to-reopen-strait-of-hormuz-bessent",
        "published": "2026-08-04T13:43:27.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Al-Monitor",
        "title": "Iran demands inbound control of Hormuz and outbound oversight, source says",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/iran-demands-inbound-control-of-hormuz-and-outbound-oversight-source",
        "published": "2026-08-04T13:46:42.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "CBS News",
        "title": "Trump threatens Iran with \"decapitation\" as questions surround Strait of Hormuz, deal's future",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/trump-threatens-iran-with-decapitation-as-questions-surround-strait",
        "published": "2026-08-04T16:45:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}