Iran says Strait of Hormuz to stay closed despite potential Oman agreement

An agreement between Iran and Oman does not mean the Strait of Hormuz will be reopened immediately, with the issue depending on the actions of the United States, Iran's state broadcaster IRIB reported, citing a source.

According to the source, a possible agreement between Iran and Oman on procedures for the passage of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz does not imply the immediate reopening of the waterway.

The source said the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed if the United States continued to violate agreements and maintain its campaign against Iran.

By Aghakazim Guliyev