# Iran-Oman talks on Strait of Hormuz security held up by US, Israel, diplomat says

https://mins.news/en/item/24040

- TASS, 2026-08-17 09:52 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2174109

> Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said US and Israeli interference, security obstacles, the number of parties involved and sabotage have delayed negotiations with Oman on a Strait of Hormuz security agreement. Tehran and Muscat are working on a mechanism to protect the two coastal states’ rights and ensure safe passage for merchant vessels.

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