The deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs announced that the understanding between Iran and Oman regarding new arrangements for the movement of commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz is nearing its final stage.
He emphasized that this understanding does not signify a full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz; rather, it represents a new model—distinct from the practice of the past sixty years—under which a significant portion of the shipping route will pass through Iran's territorial waters.
His remarks come as Iran and Oman worked to finalize an agreement establishing new commercial shipping routes through the strategic waterway, while a deal with Washington may come in the next couple of days.
Gharibabadi confirmed Iran had received messages indicating Washington was prepared to "return to its commitments," without specifying which obligations or how the messages were conveyed.
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