Iran is seeking greater control over maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz as part of ongoing discussions with Oman, media reported on Tuesday.
According to media reports citing Iranian officials, the proposed framework would give Iran oversight of vessels entering the strait while allowing it to monitor outbound traffic and intervene when deemed necessary.
Under the plan, outbound ships would travel along a route between Iran and Oman, with Oman issuing final departure clearance after informing Iranian authorities.
An Iranian official familiar with the discussions said Tehran was unlikely to soften its stance on the issue.
The negotiations follow comments made in late July by Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi, who confirmed that Tehran had rejected an Omani proposal to equally divide transit responsibilities between the two countries.
He argued that the arrangement failed to address Iran’s security concerns, insisting that any long-term solution must wait until regional stability is restored.
Control over the Strait of Hormuz remains one of the biggest obstacles to ending the US-Israeli conflict with Iran.
Meanwhile, conflicting statements from the US and Iran have cast doubt on prospects for diplomacy.
US President Donald Trump claimed on Monday that negotiations with Iran were underway and described the situation as Tehran’s “last chance” to reach an agreement. Iranian officials, however, firmly denied that any direct talks with the US were taking place.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reiterated that Tehran did not want the conflict to spread, saying the country was committed to defending its borders but had no intention of expanding the war.
At present, Iran has suspended most shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz as the US continues to enforce restrictions on Iranian shipping and port operations.
