Ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz will be required to coordinate with Iranian authorities even when navigating the Omani side of the waterway, according to a temporary agreement between Iran and Oman.
Two diplomatic sources told The Jerusalem Post that the arrangement is part of a broader effort to formalize shipping traffic through the strategic chokepoint, with negotiations for a permanent solution set to continue alongside ongoing nuclear talks.
The requirement for mandatory coordination introduces a new layer of operational complexity for commercial vessels.
While the deal aims to reopen the strait to regular traffic, the stipulation effectively extends Tehran's oversight into waters traditionally under Omani jurisdiction.
For shipping companies and energy traders, this raises immediate questions regarding transit times, compliance protocols, and potential insurance premiums for vessels operating in the corridor.
The development follows weeks of diplomatic maneuvering as Iran and Oman sought to stabilize the region's most critical energy artery.