Breaking: The U.S., Iran, and Oman are about to reach an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, expected to be announced tomorrow.
The source is Axios, a key media outlet aligned with Trump.
The interim agreement establishes a 60-day temporary arrangement between Oman and Iran, with the option to extend.
Vessels entering the waterway will pass through the northern route in Iranian waters, while outbound traffic will depart via the southern route through Omani waters, coordinated with Iran.
No tolls or fees will be charged during the 60-day period.
All parties will clear naval mines from the central shipping lane within 30 days. Afterward, the central channel will become bidirectional under a permanent arrangement still subject to negotiation between Oman and Iran.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi has conditionally agreed; approval from Mujtaba and the Supreme National Security Council is required, which is expected to have been completed today.
If you can still trust Trump’s favored media, it means Gulf states have abandoned the U.S., independently struck a deal with Iran, and agreed to pay passage fees to prevent Iran’s drones from disrupting shipping.
Now, the U.S. plays only a minor role in the negotiations—merely attempting to craft flashy language so the President can preserve some dignity.
This may be an optimistic take from the American side. To confirm, Iranians will likely make their final confirmation at the last moment, doing so in a way that prevents Trump from scoring political points with Oman.
Don’t forget about Israel.
Original: toutiao.com/article/1872658155781196/
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