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Iran, Oman stress need for coordination on Strait of Hormuz traffic in foreign minister call

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 24, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer
Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 24, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer — Stringer

DUBAI, June 25 (Reuters) - The foreign ministers of Iran and Oman stressed the need for continued bilateral coordination on maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz during a phone call on Thursday, Iranian state media reported.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and his Omani counterpart Badr al-Busaidi discussed recent regional developments, including maritime arrangements in the strait and temporary measures set for a 60-day period, a statement on Araqchi's Telegram account said.

The two sides also welcomed recent talks held in Muscat and agreed to continue diplomatic consultations and technical coordination on issues of mutual interest.

(Reporting by Dubai Newsroom, Editing by Louise Heavens)