Iran and Oman discuss temporary corridor in Strait or Hormuz

In the Strait of Hormuz region on 26 August 2026, Iran and Oman discussed a temporary shipping corridor. The Revolutionary Guards said the two countries had reached agreements on each side's share of Hormuz and on revenue, and several outlets reported an accord with a revenue-sharing mechanism. Iran said the transit route with Oman would be 7 miles wide. Qatari and Iranian officials also discussed the temporary corridor.

Gaps remained between the two sides on navigation, jurisdiction and costs, according to the Jerusalem Post and France 24. Iran warned of a ban on military ships in Hormuz under a potential deal, and its ambassador to the UN said any arrangements for the strait can only be made by Iran and Oman. The talks took place as an impasse with the United States persisted.