Iran's foreign ministry stated it is not currently negotiating with the US, but is in constructive talks with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Key facts
- •Foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei confirmed there are no current negotiations between Iran and the US.
- •Iran is holding constructive talks with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
- •The discussions with Oman aim to secure a new route through the strait.
- •Iran maintains that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz will not change while a US naval blockade on Iranian ports persists.
Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, stated that there are currently no negotiations taking place between Iran and the United States. During a press briefing, Baghaei clarified that Iran is instead engaged in discussions with Oman focused on managing passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Talks with Oman
Baghaei described the ongoing discussions with Oman as constructive. The talks are aimed at reaching an agreement to establish a new route through the Strait of Hormuz.
Strait of Hormuz Status
The spokesperson stated that Iran hopes both regional and extra-regional actors will adopt a constructive approach toward these efforts. However, he noted that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz will remain unchanged as long as a US naval blockade on Iranian ports continues.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Middle East Eye.
