Iranian Foreign Minister Visits Oman to Discuss Strait of Hormuz Situation

Talks Scheduled for July 11 Amid U.S.-Iran Armed Clashes

Discussion Expected on Strait Management and Imposition of Transit Fees

As the United States and Iran once again engage in armed conflict over control of the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to visit Oman.

According to Iran's state-run IRNA news agency on July 10 (local time), Minister Araghchi will lead the next diplomatic delegation to Oman, where he is scheduled to discuss recent developments in the Middle East and issues concerning the Strait of Hormuz.

This visit comes at a time when U.S. President Donald Trump has officially declared an end to the ceasefire, heightening military tensions between the two countries.

Iran has claimed authority over the management of the Strait of Hormuz based on the memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed with the United States. After Iran attacked commercial vessels that did not follow its designated routes, the United States launched airstrikes on Iranian military facilities. In retaliation, Iran targeted U.S. military bases in the Middle East.

Article 5 of the memorandum states that Iran, in accordance with international law and the sovereignty of coastal states, will consult with Oman and other Persian Gulf littoral states to establish management and maritime service measures for the Strait of Hormuz.

Accordingly, Iran has been consulting with Oman on the establishment of a management authority for the Strait of Hormuz and possible imposition of transit service fees. It is also reported that Oman recently delivered a proposal to Iran that includes imposing service charges on vessels using the strait.

Neighboring countries continue their mediation efforts to prevent further clashes between the United States and Iran. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke by phone with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss the situation in the Middle East.

Prime Minister Sharif urged all parties to exercise restraint and called for compliance with the ceasefire memorandum of understanding. The Qatar Mediation Foundation has also reportedly visited Iran after consultations with the United States in an effort to ease tensions and resume negotiations.

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