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Oman, Iran Discuss Toll-Free Passage Through Strait of Hormuz
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Oman, Iran Discuss Toll-Free Passage Through Strait of Hormuz

From Arab Times · () English

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  • Oman and Iran held talks in Muscat focusing on ensuring toll-free and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
  • The discussions were part of a recent U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding.
  • Both nations affirmed their commitment to international law and guaranteeing safe passage for commercial vessels.

Oman's foreign minister announced constructive talks with senior Iranian officials in Muscat, centering on provisions within a recent U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding. The discussions specifically addressed ensuring toll-free and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route.

Welcomed Iran’s Speaker of Parliament HE Dr. Ghalibaf and FM Dr. Araghchi in Muscat this evening.

— Oman's foreign ministerShared on X, describing the meeting with Iranian officials.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with their Omani counterpart following their own discussions with U.S. officials in Switzerland. The Omani minister shared on X that the meetings were productive and reaffirmed a mutual commitment to international law and the unimpeded flow of commercial traffic through the strategic waterway.

constructive and centered in particular on the Hormuz-related provisions of the agreement.

— Oman's foreign ministerDescribing the nature of the talks with Iranian officials.

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global energy shipments and general commercial activity, making any agreements regarding its passage significant for international trade and stability.

the two sides affirmed their commitment to international law and to guaranteeing toll-free safe passage for commercial vessels through the strategic waterway.

— Oman's foreign ministerDetailing the outcome of the discussions regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
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