Iran and Oman advance Hormuz plan

Iran and Oman say they are moving toward a phased framework to restore safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, beginning with a temporary joint maritime corridor and a mine-clearance project. The discussions were held during Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi’s visit to Tehran, where he met Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi. Both sides said the talks were aimed at restarting secure passage through the strait while preserving the sovereignty and sovereign rights of coastal states.

Under the proposed plan, the first step would be a temporary corridor for ships crossing the waterway, while technical negotiations continue on a permanent route and the future management of the strait. The talks are also expected to cover traffic coordination, information exchange, and the provision of maritime and security services. Officials said the process has been under way for nearly three months, reflecting the urgency of finding a workable arrangement for the strategic chokepoint.

Albusaidi described the meeting as constructive and said he hoped a temporary corridor and practical measures to restore safe navigation could soon be announced. He also pointed to the role of the agreement on the strait, saying a permanent solution would follow later under its terms.

Hormuz carries about one-fifth of global oil demand. Iran has restricted passage since the conflict began, citing security and sovereignty, while creating a special route and warning ships against unauthorized paths.

Tensions rose after the U.S. proposed an alternative corridor near Oman, which Iran rejected. Tehran restored restrictions, requiring vessels to follow its arrangements, while urging talks with Persian Gulf states and respect for international law.