Iran sets tough terms to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s national security chief has outlined a list of demands for the US to meet before Tehran reopens the Strait of Hormuz. They include lifting the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, compensation for war damages and the release of frozen Iranian assets. Separately, Iran and Oman say they are close to reaching a deal

IRAN and Oman have reached an understanding on the outlines of an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days, according to reports on Thursday. Saudi-based Al Hadath news channel and Al Arabiya news channel reported high-ranking sources as saying the deal still needs approval by Iran’s Supreme National Securi