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Iranian official discusses Hormuz talks with Muscat
The article discusses the negotiations between Iran and Oman regarding the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharib Abadi made statements rejecting the southern Omani route proposed by the Sultanate of Oman. He emphasized that Iran is evaluating the possibility of opening a temporary corridor limited to parts of Iranian and Omani waters, and that it will not recognize the route that grants full Omani control over the strait. He also confirmed that Iran insists its control over the strait would be complete in wartime conditions, and that closing the strait is part of protecting its national interests. Estimates suggest that the revenues from the strait are much lower than what has been portrayed by the media. He clarified that Iran is taking measures to ensure the safe passage of ships and will not recognize corridors that violate the Islamic memorandum of understanding. He described ongoing transit via the southern route as a reduction of Iran’s sovereignty, especially given the current military situation. Additionally, he reaffirmed that Iran considers the protection of the strait part of its national security and is taking steps to open alternative routes if an agreement is reached with Muscat, amid ongoing tensions with the United States and Oman.
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