Strait of Hormuz talks gain momentum, but Iran links reopening to US concessions
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Iran and Oman signaled constructive discussions on managing traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, but Tehran says the waterway won’t reopen until the US ends the war, withdraws troops, and compensates Iran, among other conditions. Oman urged caution as attacks on vessels continue. The broader conflict—featuring Yemen’s Houthis and new regional defense pacts—keeps shipping risk high, traffic subdued, and oil prices volatile as Washington weighs an off‑ramp from the war.
- Live updates: Iran demands concessions from US as it nears Strait of Hormuz deal with Oman CNN
- Iran Issues List of Demands, Dampening Hopes of Reopening Strait of Hormuz nytimes.com
- Hormuz talks positive, Oman says, as Iran warns deal would not open strait BBC
- Iran Sees an Opening to Kick the U.S. Out of the Gulf wsj.com
- Iran makes dramatic new demands around Strait of Hormuz Politico
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