US signals potential Hormuz agreement as Iran approves shipping coordinates with Oman

Efforts to restore maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz remain uncertain as conflicting statements emerge from Washington and Tehran. US officials expressed optimism that an agreement to reopen the strategic waterway could be finalized within days, citing ongoing Qatari mediation. However, Iranian officials denied holding any direct talks with Washington.

Diplomatic progress faces further challenges after US President Donald Trump announced plans to demand financial compensation from Tehran for past overseas attacks and domestic crackdowns.

Concurrently, Iranian diplomatic spokesperson Esmaïl Baghaï stated that Iran and Oman approved technical coordinates for a new shipping route in the strait. Baghaï noted that "the geographical coordinates of the route planned by both parties have been approved," subject to no interference from third parties.

Sources: La Tribune, Le Figaro, Le Monde, Libération, RTBF Info.