Proposed Hormuz deal would give Iran control of inbound traffic: Sources

DUBAI: A proposed deal between Iran and Oman would give Tehran control over ships entering the Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz, a senior Iranian source and two regional officials told Reuters on Wednesday (Aug 5), in one of the biggest concessions yet to Iran.Despite the apparent step towards yielding to Iranian dema

The heavily-negotiated deal is grounded on continuing the ceasefire between the US and Iran, while sparking talks over a nuclear deal.

About 20% of all global oil traded passed through the waterway prior to the conflict.

Traffic in the area remains congested, with drivers asked to find alternative routes where possible.

By Parisa Hafezi DUBAI, Aug 4 (Reuters) - Iran wants control over inbound shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and visibility over outbound traffic, with the ability to intervene if necessary, under a temporary plan being discussed with Oman to reopen the strategic waterway, a senior Iranian source told Reuters on Tue

Iran demands inbound control of Hormuz and outbound oversight, source says  Reuters

DUBAI – Iran wants control over inbound shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and visibility over outbound traffic, with the ability to intervene if necessary, under a temporary plan being discussed with Oman to reopen the strategic waterway, according to a senior Iranian source.The source, who is involved in the talks