Oman proposes joint control of Strait of Hormuz as mediators expect talks 'breakthrough'

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Oman has proposed a joint regional mechanism for managing the Strait of Hormuz, drawing on the Strait of Malacca model, with users paying voluntary fees for navigation, environmental protection, and search and rescue services. Mediators anticipate a breakthrough in talks between the US and Iran following a meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu, potentially restoring a June memorandum of understanding.

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Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 07/28/2026 - 13:33 Gulf-backed plan for joint management of key waterway reportedly being considered by Trump as he meets with Netanyahu Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz near the beach of Bandar Abbas, Iran, 27 July 2026 Razieh Poudat/ISNA/via WANA (Reuters) Off Oman has presented Iran with a proposal for joint management of the Strait of Hormuz, while mediators are reportedly expecting a "breakthrough" in peace talks following a meeting between US President Donald

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