Talks over Strait of Hormuz continue amid mixed signals from Washington and Tehran

Diplomatic discussions between Iran and Oman over commercial navigation through the Strait of Hormuz have progressed, focusing on the management of inbound and outbound maritime traffic. However, Iranian officials reiterated that access will remain restricted unless the United States lifts economic sanctions, ceases military threats, and provides compensation for damages.

While U.S. officials noted progress in the Oman-facilitated dialogue, President Donald Trump presented varying assessments of the standoff. Trump suggested an agreement could emerge within days, but also downplayed the negotiations, pointing to Iran's severe inflation and financial strain while warning of serious consequences if the waterway stays closed.

Separately, Lebanese and Israeli delegates convened in Rome for a seventh round of talks as hundreds of thousands of displaced Lebanese civilians began returning to southern regions.

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