Strait of Hormuz talks continue amid conflicting signals from Washington and Tehran

Diplomatic efforts mediated by Oman over navigation in the Strait of Hormuz remain active, with both Washington and Tehran signaling conditional openness to a resolution.

Iranian authorities insist that unrestricted maritime transit depends on major United States concessions, including the removal of economic sanctions, an end to military threats, and financial compensation. Tehran also seeks regulatory oversight over vessels navigating the waterway. Meanwhile, United States President Donald Trump noted that an agreement could materialize rapidly, though he simultaneously downplayed the immediate pressure on Washington and warned of severe repercussions if access remains blocked.

Concurrently, regional diplomacy continued in Rome with a seventh round of negotiations between Israeli and Lebanese delegations, as large-scale returns of displaced civilians proceed in southern Lebanon.

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