Iran-Oman Strait of Hormuz Deal Nears Completion, but US Blockade Complicates Safe Passage

Iran and Oman set coordinates for dual-route Hormuz passage — Iran controls inbound lanes, Oman outbound — with Tehran calling the deal nearly final. But Iran warns safe navigation remains impossible while the US naval blockade of its ports continues. US officials suggest shipments could resume this week. The strait carries about a fifth of global oil and LNG.