Iran and Oman confirm Strait of Hormuz remains closed
Iran and Oman have reached an understanding regarding transit movements through the Strait of Hormuz, which involves designating new routes that ensure the entire Persian Gulf remains within Iranian territorial waters, with restrictions on the passage of ships through the strait. This agreement enhances shipping security and alleviates tensions, but it does not officially reopen the strait, as Iran has conditioned its continued closure on the implementation of seven conditions communicated to the United States through mediators, all of which have been approved by Iran’s highest authorities. New concerns have also emerged following an attack on a vessel in the strait, leading to crew evacuations and another ship being damaged by fire, amid precautionary measures taken by Saudi Arabia.
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