Washington seeks Iran deal to open Hormuz fee-free
Washington is seeking a diplomatic solution to the Iran conflict amid efforts to open the Strait of Hormuz without fees and to ease the blockade on Iranian ports. Meanwhile, Iran and Oman are nearing an agreement regarding navigation through the strait. US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Kin, acknowledged the need to pursue diplomatic solutions, warning of the risks of military escalation, especially since limited military options do not guarantee achieving political objectives. In contrast, negotiations between Iran and Oman are progressing to facilitate the passage of ships, with the US emphasizing the necessity for navigation routes to be free of fees and restrictions, linking the lifting of the blockade to Iran’s fulfillment of its commitments. Additionally, Washington continues to impose financial and economic sanctions on Iran to exert pressure, while Tehran insists that Gulf security should be managed by regional countries and maintains its role in the Strait’s navigation arrangements, which remains one of the main points of disagreement.
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