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Trump signals potential Hormuz deal despite lack of direct talks with Iran

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Posted Sep 1, 2026, 08:30 PM UTC · In the digest of 2026-09-01-2030
Trump signals potential Hormuz deal despite lack of direct talks with Iran
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U.S. President Donald Trump indicated a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz could be reached within 48 hours, while Iran warned restrictions will remain until U.S. policy changes.

U.S. President Donald Trump has stated an agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz could be reached within 24 to 48 hours, even as he confirmed no direct negotiations between Washington and Tehran are scheduled. Trump emphasized that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons and threatened military action against both Tehran and Omani mediators if they disrupt U.S. objectives.

Concurrently, Iranian foreign ministry officials reported ongoing discussions with Oman to establish secure shipping corridors. However, Tehran warned that transit through the strategic waterway will remain restricted until U.S. foreign policy changes, adding that Iran could launch a military offensive should diplomatic efforts collapse. Meanwhile, maritime traffic through the strait fell by another 20 percent following a recent vessel attack.

Sources: Beta, CDM, Dan, Vijesti

How outlets assessed this

  • Sep 1, 2026, 08:30 PM UTC
    • Vijesti Cautious Highlighted potential for a swift agreement within days and focused on Omani efforts to establish safe maritime shipping corridors.
    • Dan Skeptical Emphasized Iranian declarations denying direct talks with the U.S. and insisting Hormuz will remain closed until Washington changes behavior.
    • Beta Critical Focused on contradictions between U.S. claims of an operational waterway and shipping data showing a 20 percent decline in traffic.

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