Iran said awaiting council’s approval for Hormuz deal with US and Oman

Iran is reportedly awaiting approval from its Supreme National Security Council for a potential deal involving the Strait of Hormuz, with the United States and Oman as key parties. The Times of Israel reports that under a temporary arrangement, Iran and Oman would jointly oversee maritime transit through the strategically vital waterway.

However, the report indicates that U.S. support for such an agreement is not guaranteed. Details remain scarce, including whether ships transiting the strait under this potential deal would be subject to tolls. The involvement of the U.S. suggests a potential effort to de-escalate tensions in the Persian Gulf region.

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil supplies, making any agreement concerning its security and transit highly significant. The potential deal comes amid broader geopolitical dynamics between Iran, the U.S., and regional powers.