Iran and Oman Continue Talks on Strait of Hormuz Shipping Route Amid US Demands

Iran and Oman are continuing negotiations on a mechanism for safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei stating that the reopening hinges on the US ending its naval blockade and lifting sanctions. US President Donald Trump, in turn, announced he would seek conflict compensation from Iran as part of any peace negotiations, citing decades of alleged attacks.