# Iran war live: Tehran, Oman close in on Hormuz deal; Houthis attack tankers

https://mins.news/en/item/14623

- Al Jazeera, 2026-08-06 00:00 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/8/6/iran-war-live-tehran-oman-close-in-on-hormuz-deal-houthis-attack-tankers?traffic_source=rss

> Iran and Oman have agreed on shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz and are moving closer to a deal. Meanwhile, the Houthis have attacked Saudi tankers. Israel has also bombed Lebanon, adding to the continuing regional crisis. The developments link negotiations over a vital waterway with fresh attacks and cross-border military action.

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