On Aug. 29, Iran’s deputy foreign minister said Iran and Oman have reached an understanding on transit arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz, but the accord will not be implemented automatically. He said the understanding will not take effect unless the US fulfills its obligations, and Iran is not in a hurry to reopen the strait.

2026-08-30

On Aug. 29, Iran’s deputy foreign minister said Iran and Oman have reached an understanding on transit arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz, but the accord will not be implemented automatically. He said the understanding will not take effect unless the US fulfills its obligations, and Iran is not in a hurry to reopen the strait.