Key facts
- Iran and Oman are nearing a final agreement on a temporary shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran's Foreign Ministry denies any current negotiations with the United States.
- Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister discussed regional de-escalation with his Iranian counterpart.
- President Donald Trump claimed to have called off planned strikes against Iran to facilitate negotiations.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spoke with his counterparts in Oman and Pakistan about regional developments.
Iran is reportedly in the final stages of negotiating a temporary shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz with Oman, while denying any current talks with the United States. This comes after President Donald Trump claimed to have canceled planned military strikes against Iran to allow for diplomatic engagement. Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmail Baghaei, stated that while discussions with Oman are progressing, they do not involve the US and are contingent on the end of 'US violations' of a previous interim deal. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil transportation. In parallel, Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister discussed regional de-escalation with his Iranian counterpart, and Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also held calls with his counterparts in Oman and Pakistan regarding regional developments.