Iran says Hormuz strait still closed despite transit corridor talks

In the Iranian capital, long queues formed at petrol stations after authorities said fuel quotas would be reviewed

Iran and Oman are discussing a temporary transit corridor and mine-clearing for the Strait of Hormuz, b

TEHRAN, Iran (AFP) -- Iran and Oman are discussing a temporary transit corridor and mine-clearing for the Strait of Hormuz, but Tehran warned on Wednesday that the vital waterway will not be reopened unless the United States ends the war. Washington has announced fresh sanctions aimed at pressuring Iran into submission

Tehran says the agreement with Oman on routes through Hormuz does not indicate that the strait is open.

Iran’s deputy foreign minister says Hormuz to remain closed despite temporary Oman deal Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said in a televised interview on Tuesday that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed despite a temporary transit agreement with Oman. “America and other countries should know that

Temporary corridor for Strait of Hormuz will be announced soon: Omani foreign minister  Dawn

Tehran said vessels violated protocols for travelling across waterway and could face fines or confiscation

Fewer than 20 ships transit key Strait of Hormuz over weekend, data shows  Reuters

"And if the Strait is not fully closed, Iran’s leverage is weak. Thus, Iran has reasons to escalate."