- Iran and Oman outlined a proposal Tuesday to jointly establish a temporary shipping channel through the strait, and to clear mines.
- The potential new joint route agreed with Oman would see vessels pass through Iranian waters in both directions, according to Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi.
- Tehran and Muscat discussed a phased framework for a joint project facilitating a temporary shipping corridor and to clear mines, according to a press statement from the Iranian and Omani foreign ministries.
- Omani Foreign Minister Al Busaidi added that discussions with regional partners will be conducted in support of peace and cooperation, stability and freedom of navigation.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on X that the proposed deal showed that Iran's commitment to peace and stability is matched by steadfast diplomacy with our neighbors.
- Qatar Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a telephone call and discussed the proposed temporary shipping channel, the Qatar foreign ministry said Tuesday.
Iran and Oman have outlined a proposal for a temporary shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to enhance maritime security and facilitate trade. The initiative includes plans to clear mines and allow vessels to pass through Iranian waters in both directions.123
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that the deal would replace the southern route, a UN-authorized shipping channel that Iran opposes. He emphasized that the new route would be part of a phased framework for a joint project.
“Future management of the Strait and a permanent solution will follow in due course,” said Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi, expressing hope for a swift announcement of the temporary corridor.
The discussions reflect a commitment to regional stability, with Gharibabadi asserting that “Iran’s commitment to peace and stability is matched by steadfast diplomacy with our neighbors.” The talks also included a conversation between Qatar's Prime Minister and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi regarding the proposed corridor, indicating broader regional engagement.5
As both nations continue negotiations, they aim to establish a permanent shipping corridor and ensure freedom of navigation in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a critical passage for global oil shipments.
“The proposed deal would close the southern UN-authorized route along Oman's coast, which Iran opposes, according to Press TV. Omani FM Al Busaidi stressed discussions with regional partners aim to support peace, stability, and freedom of navigation.”
