Iran and Oman have reached an agreement on managing the territorial waters and sharing revenues from the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. However, Tehran has warned that this crucial maritime route will not be reopened under any circumstances unless the United States ceases obstructing negotiations and meets Iran’s preconditions.
The Spokesperson for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Hossein Mohebbi, confirmed the agreement and conditions in a statement published by Iranian state media on Wednesday (August 26, 2026). This development marks a major turn in global energy dynamics following the escalation of conflicts that began with US and Israeli military strikes on Iran on February 28.
Accusations of US Interference: The IRGC accused Washington of deliberately interfering in diplomatic talks between Tehran and Muscat, delaying the implementation of the interim framework. Tehran demanded an immediate halt to “illegal pressure” and sanctions before navigation rights are restored. Persisting Maritime Peril: While direct military engagements have decelerated in recent weeks, international commercial shipping remains highly hazardous due to mutual naval blockades, vessel attacks, and recent Iranian blacklisting of 45 foreign tankers.
