Tehran: Iran announced on Wednesday that it is nearing the completion of an agreement with Oman concerning the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The negotiations, however, notably exclude the involvement of the United States, despite recent assertions by Trump that an agreement to reopen the vital maritime passage was forthcoming.

According to France24.com, Iranian officials have confirmed that the discussions with Oman are in their "final stage," emphasizing that the US has not participated in these talks. This development comes amidst heightened geopolitical tensions and underscores the importance of the Strait of Hormuz as a critical channel for global oil transportation. The pending agreement between Iran and Oman aims to navigate these tensions independently of US intervention.