Iran says a deal with Oman to reopen the strait of Hormuz is close to being finalised – Middle East crisis live

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Iran and Oman are close to agreeing on new arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz, but not for a full reopening of the vital waterway, Iran's state news agency says.

Iran says it is close to a deal with Oman over navigation on the Strait of Hormuz, in the latest effort to end the U.S.-Iran conflict.

Iran, Oman agree on shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz, as Houthis attack Saudi tankers and Israel bombs Lebanon.

The Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most crucial energy transit chokepoints, has been a major sticking point in negotiations between Washington and Iran.

Deal appears contingent on U.S., which has ruled out handing Iran control over the strait