Oman mediates Strait of Hormuz talks amid competing demands from Washington and Tehran

Diplomatic talks mediated by Oman over the Strait of Hormuz continue, as Tehran seeks control over maritime passages and reiterates demands for US sanctions relief and financial compensation before fully reopening the corridor. United States President Donald Trump suggested an agreement could materialize rapidly, though he warned of severe consequences if the waterway remains blocked and downplayed the urgency, framing the standoff as a strategic calculation influenced by Iran's economic strain.

Meanwhile, Lebanon and Israel initiated their seventh round of negotiations in Rome amid the reported return of approximately 800,000 displaced Lebanese civilians to southern regions. Regional maritime tensions also persisted following the sinking of an Indian merchant vessel off the coast of Yemen.

Sources: Avaz, CDM (Cafe del Montenegro), Dan, Klix, Vijesti.