Trump signals potential Strait of Hormuz deal amid ongoing talks with Oman

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Posted Aug 17, 2026, 12:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-08-17-0030
Trump signals potential Strait of Hormuz deal amid ongoing talks with Oman
Photo: CDM (Cafe del Montenegro)

Negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz continue via Oman as Donald Trump suggests a deal could come soon, while Lebanon and Israel open a new round of talks in Rome.

Diplomatic talks mediated by Oman on securing passage through the Strait of Hormuz remain underway, as US President Donald Trump indicated a resolution could be reached shortly. However, Tehran maintains that reopening the strategic waterway remains contingent on American concessions, including sanctions relief and compensation for damages.

Trump described the standoff as a strategic negotiation while downplaying Washington's reliance on the passage, pointing to domestic economic pressures facing Iran. Regional maritime tensions persisted as reports emerged of an Indian vessel sinking off Yemen's coast.

Meanwhile, Lebanese and Israeli delegates opened a seventh round of bilateral talks in Rome, coinciding with United Nations estimates that approximately 800,000 displaced Lebanese citizens have started returning to southern Lebanon.

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

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