Iran is linking any advancement in negotiations to restore navigation through the Strait of Hormuz to the receipt of $3 billion, according to reports citing channel sources.
The funds were previously agreed upon in principle, but their release remains a sticking point in the broader diplomatic effort to normalize shipping in the critical waterway.
Discussions between Tehran and Washington are currently proceeding based on new proposals put forward by Oman, Al Hadath TV reported.
Discussions between Tehran and Washington are currently proceeding based on new proposals put forward by Oman, Al Hadath TV reported.
The Sultanate has positioned itself as a key mediator, having hosted the first meeting on Strait management between Iran and Oman since a preliminary agreement was signed to end the wider Middle East conflict.
These talks, held in Muscat, represent a tangible step toward de-escalation, though the financial precondition set by Iran introduces significant complexity.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a vital artery for global energy flows, and any disruption poses immediate risks to oil markets and freight rates.