Iran-Oman deal over Hormuz takes shape as war-weary US looks on
Trump administration appears poised to concede Iran and Oman's management of Hormuz in hope that Tehran eventually fold on its nuclear program.
WASHINGTON — An anticipated agreement between Iran and Oman over managing shipping routes in the contested Strait of Hormuz will not be accepted by the US if it involves tolls or attempts to control certain sea lanes, the Trump administration signaled Thursday.
“Any temporary routes will be without any impediments – meaning no approvals or permissions and no tolls or charges,” a US official told Al-Monitor via email on condition of anonymity.
“The Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway and no party controls the lanes or the ability to transit through them,” the official stated.
Omani and Iranian officials were putting finishing touches on the proposal on Wednesday.
