Al Arabiya reported SHARIF met with U.S. Vice President VANCE; Kushner, Witkoff and Pakistan army chief also attended.

Former U.S. ambassador to Oman Richard Schmierer said President Trump's recent comments on the Strait of Hormuz, including a 60‑day reference, may be intended to shift attention from current tensions. He said uncertainty persists: CENTCOM claims it can ensure safe transit while Iran warns ships not to pass or face danger, and it is unclear which side can enforce its position. Schmierer added shipowners and insurers have likely taken note; several vessels are already transiting waters near Oman's coast with apparent U.S. naval support, so commercial shipping is likely to decline but not stop.

Iran warned it would not negotiate any broader agreement with the United States unless fighting in Lebanon ends, Al Arabiya reported.