Iran says it has reached an agreement with Oman on geographic coordinates for a shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei says both sides are finalising a joint announcement. The ministry also says any agreement would not, by itself, guarantee security in the strategic waterway.

Multiple outlets report that the talks relate to reopening or easing traffic arrangements through the chokepoint, which carries major energy shipments. Reuters-linked reporting in Cyprus Mail and analysis in The Hill describe a possible concession in which Iran would gain control over ships entering the Gulf via the strait, though details are still being worked out. Bloomberg and Euronews describe the accord as a potential step toward reopening the waterway for energy supplies.

Other reporting highlights the political context with the United States. The Hindu notes that prior U.S. policy has ruled out deals that would give Iran control over the strait, while New York Post cites Iranian state media saying talks are in “final stages” for a temporary, narrow shipping arrangement after a U.S. order to fully open the waterway. Moneyweb adds that even when traffic visibility is limited, millions of barrels per day have continued to cross.