Westhawaiitoday iconWesthawaiitodayAug 16, 2026

Iran, Oman home in on Hormuz Strait deal as ship attacks mount

Iran and Oman appear to be edging closer to a deal on how the Strait of Hormuz should be managed, agreeing on routes through the key waterway that's proved a major stumbling block in efforts to end almost six months of war between the Islamic Republic and the United States.

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Iran and Oman appear to be edging closer to a deal on how the Strait of Hormuz should be managed, agreeing on routes through the key waterway that's proved a major stumbling block in efforts to end almost six months of war between the Islamic Republic and the United States.

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