Foreign reports say Iran and Oman appear to have agreed on shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz as part of talks on managing the chokepoint. Iran foreign ministry spokesman Baghaei said a finalized "shipping map" would form part of a broader arrangement and an independent bilateral pact to protect sovereignty and ensure safe passage. State media gave no details on transit fees or security measures and said further negotiations are planned. The move follows recent attacks in the strait; t

Foreign reports say Iran and Oman appear to have agreed on shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz as part of talks on managing the chokepoint. Iran foreign ministry spokesman Baghaei said a finalized "shipping map" would form part of a broader arrangement and an independent bilateral pact to protect sovereignty and ensure safe passage. State media gave no details on transit fees or security measures and said further negotiations are planned. The move follows recent attacks in the strait; the United States was not involved and is unlikely to accept any deal that does not restore free navigation.