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US and Iran discuss Strait of Hormuz issues via Oman, progress made

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The U.S. is in talks with Iran via Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz, with some progress made on allowing more ships safe passage.
  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that while progress has been made, a final agreement has not yet been reached.
  • The negotiations aim to normalize the situation and ensure safer shipping through the vital waterway, which has been severely disrupted by U.S.-Iran conflict.

The United States is engaged in discussions with Iran, mediated by Oman, concerning the Strait of Hormuz, with initial progress reported on ensuring safer passage for vessels. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed the ongoing dialogue, stating that while advancements have been made, a definitive agreement remains elusive.

Rubio explained that two key issues are under discussion: Iran's nuclear program, which the U.S. insists must be resolved in a "final agreement," and the immediate concern of safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. He noted that despite attempts to transit the strait, vessels have faced attacks, highlighting the current de facto blockade.

While moving towards long-term denuclearization talks, the U.S. is participating in dialogue and negotiations between Oman and Iran, discussing how to allow more ships to pass safely in the short term. These negotiations have made progress, but a final decision has not yet been made, and we hope it will be made in the near future.

— Marco RubioThe Secretary of State described the current state of negotiations regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

"While moving towards long-term denuclearization talks, the U.S. is participating in dialogue and negotiations between Oman and Iran, discussing how to allow more ships to pass safely in the short term," Rubio said. "These negotiations have made progress, but a final decision has not yet been made, and we hope it will be made in the near future."

These talks come as the U.S. and Iran have been in conflict, significantly disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Prior to the escalation of hostilities in late February, approximately one-fifth of the world's oil and natural gas was transported through this critical chokepoint. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also commented on the negotiations, suggesting that an agreement to reopen the strait and normalize the situation could be reached imminently.

we may have the opportunity to reach an agreement today or tomorrow to reopen the strait and move the current conflict situation towards normalization.

— Scott BessentThe Treasury Secretary expressed optimism about reaching a deal to reopen the strait.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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