Iran claims progress in Oman talks after US halts air strikes
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Iran reported progress in negotiations with Oman over the management of the Strait of Hormuz. The talks follow renewed US air strikes against Iran, which were aimed at ending Tehran's control of the strait. A June memorandum had temporarily eased tensions. The development is significant due to the strait's importance for global oil and gas shipments.
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US resumed air strikes on Iran
The Strait of Hormuz is a strategic waterway for oil and gas trade.
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Iran said it made progress in talks with Oman on management of the Strait of Hormuz.
South China Morning Post- US resumed air strikes on Iran
- Iran and Oman negotiate strait management
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Iran said it made progress in talks with Oman on management of the Strait of Hormuz.
South China Morning PostForeign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said several rounds of negotiations were held.
South China Morning PostThe Strait of Hormuz is a strategic waterway for oil and gas trade.
South China Morning PostA June memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war had briefly eased tensions.
South China Morning PostThe United States resumed attacks on Iran to end Tehran’s control of the strait.
South China Morning Post