Iran, Oman Push Talks for ‘Interim’ Reopening of Hormuz Strait

In the Gulf on 25 August 2026, Iran and Oman said they discussed a temporary corridor through the Strait of Hormuz and a joint mine-clearing plan. Oman and Iran proposed a joint temporary shipping lane and a de-mining project. An Iranian diplomat said talks on managing Hormuz with Oman would take place within a timeframe of 60 days, and a senior Iranian source said the two countries were still working on an accord.

The talks came as an impasse between Iran and the US drags on. Oil prices fell $2 on the news of the Iran-Oman talks to reopen the strait.