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The U.S. and Iran can't agree on fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The solution could be straight out of the Old Testament

Oman has drafted a proposal to manage traffic in the strait through two separately controlled routes, sources told CNN.

Fortune

How To End The Tussle Over Hormuz Strait: Is Britain, Oman Floating A Not So Straight Proposal

The new line of thought is that if payment is voluntary, it could pacify the US advocacy of a free shipping transit system globally and result in a closure for the dispute over control of the Strait of Hormuz. A fifth of the global oil and energy supplies passed through…

International Business Times

Tehran, Oman discussed 'appropriate mechanisms' to keep Hormuz shipping safe, says Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held talks with his Omani counterpart on Saturday over mechanisms to ensure the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The discussions came as diplomatic efforts continued around the strategic waterway amid renewed tensions between Tehran and Washington.

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What makes the Sultanate of Oman the Gulf's geopolitical exception?

Removed from the theatrics of petrodollar politics seen across the rest of the Gulf, the Sultanate of Oman's famed discretion and diplomacy have made it an indispensable intermediary in the region.

Radio France Internationale

'We screwed up': Iran officials admit hardliners fired on ships to derail talks

Iran has told the United States that attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz were the work of an "errant" group of hardliners attempting to sabotage ongoing negotiations, while reaffirming its commitment to continue diplomatic talks, according to senior US officials. The message was conveyed ahead of fresh…

The Times of India

Fight for Hormuz swings between missiles & diplomacy as Iran minister reaches Oman

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Oman to discuss ship passage safety. The United States seeks a public pledge for secure and free transit. Recent hostilities escalated after attacks on commercial tankers in the Gulf. Both sides have agreed to continue talks despite the ongoing conflict. Oil prices have…

The Economic Times

Europe considering proposals to allow navigation fees in strait of Hormuz

Plans specify tolls must not be compulsory as US officials urge Iran to make public guarantee of safe passage for shipping

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The US can’t win with force in the Strait of Hormuz – Iran must be offered a realistic incentive to settle

Iranian attacks on Gulf vessels trying to transit via Omani sovereign waters have once again pulled the region into a tit-for-tat spiral of escalation.

The Conversation

Ships stop crossing Strait of Hormuz after US and Iran trade strikes

Tehran said transit through the vital shipping route has been blocked due to US military action

The Independent UK

EAM Jaishankar arrives in Oman as part of multi-nation tour, visit to focus on bilateral ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrived in Oman for an official visit. He was warmly received by Sheikh Ahmed Al Maskari of the Foreign Ministry. Jaishankar previously visited Kuwait, meeting with its Foreign Minister and Crown Prince. Discussions focused on bilateral cooperation and regional developments in the Gulf. This visit…

The Economic Times

CBI files six chargesheets in Mahadev betting app case

The CBI has filed six chargesheets in the Mahadev betting app corruption case. Founders Saurabh Chandrakar and Ravi Uppal are named as accused in these filings. The agency is seeking to repatriate Chandrakar from Oman after his detention. This investigation aims to uncover the syndicate's full reach and patronage. Further…

The Economic Times

Oil tanker traffic through Hormuz at near standstill as attacks strain Iran truce

Oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has nearly stopped. U.S. airstrikes on Iran triggered retaliation, escalating shipping risks significantly. Vessels are switching off tracking transponders, making navigation more difficult. One LNG tanker remains stranded after a projectile strike near Oman. Insurance firms are reviewing policy terms following recent…

The Economic Times

Damaged Qatari LNG tanker awaits salvage after strike as Hormuz risks escalate

A Qatari LNG tanker remains stuck off Oman after being hit by a projectile. U.S. forces reported two other tankers were targeted by Iran recently. These attacks prompted the U.S. to revoke Iran's oil sales license. Global oil prices jumped significantly following these developments. The U.N. shipping agency condemned the…

The Economic Times

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The Times of India

Oman distributes 274,000 fruit and wild tree seedlings: The ambitious plan to green a desert nation

Planting a tree is one of the simplest ways to invest in the future, but scaling that effort to hundreds of thousands of seedlings requires careful planning, scientific expertise and long-term commitment. Oman has taken a significant step in that direction by distributing more than 274,000 fruit and wild tree…

The Economic Times

Mahadev app promoter detained in Oman; India seeks repatriation

Sourabh Chandrakar, the absconding Mahadev betting app founder, has been detained in Oman. Indian authorities are seeking his extradition or deportation from the country. Chandrakar was detained based on an Interpol Red Notice issued by Indian probe agencies. The Mahadev app case involves alleged proceeds of crime amounting to Rs…

The Independent UK

The Latest: NATO chief supports US military strikes on Iran as alliance meets in Turkey

The U.S. military has launched a series of strikes against Iranian targets after three merchant ships were struck in the waters off Oman

The Economic Times

Iran vows 'crushing response' after US strikes around Strait of Hormuz

Iran has vowed a crushing response to fresh United States attacks. State media reported multiple explosions across the Strait of Hormuz region. The United States revoked a temporary sanctions waiver on Iranian oil sales. Three commercial tankers were struck in the Strait of Hormuz. These incidents occurred off the coast…

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The Times of India

'Iran violated truce': US launches 'powerful strikes' after attacks on tankers in Strait of Hormuz

United States forces launched strikes against Iranian targets early Wednesday. These actions followed attacks on three merchant ships in waters off Oman. Iran stated it would take necessary measures to safeguard its national security. The United States had also revoked a license authorizing Iranian oil sales. This revocation occurred hours…

The Guardian - US

US launches strikes against Iran after attacks on vessels in strait of Hormuz

US Central Command says Tehran in ‘clear violation’ of ceasefire with ‘unwarranted’ attacks on commercial ships

The Independent UK

Three tankers hit in latest attacks in Strait of Hormuz, British military says

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The Economic Times

Seoul dives on tough day for Asia as Samsung fails to ease tech woes

Seoul stocks led Asian market losses as Samsung's shares tumbled significantly. Investors remained cautious despite strong earnings and AI-driven demand for memory chips. Wall Street indexes reopened with gains, easing worries over a tech sector retreat. Oil prices climbed over one percent after an incident off Oman's coast. Traders await…

France 24

Three tankers hit in latest attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, British military says

Three tankers were struck in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, the British military said, in a sharp escalation of attacks on commercial shipping through the vital waterway at the mouth of the Persian Gulf.

Euronews

Oil tanker hit by 'unknown projectile' in Strait of Hormuz, British military says

Iranian state television said a liquified natural gas tanker came under attack Tuesday in the Strait of Hormuz off Oman after ignoring warnings, implying Tehran carried out the assault on a tanker it said was carrying natural gas from Qatar.

The Times of India

Oil tanker hit at Hormuz: US accuses Iran of attacking 2 commercial ships, mulls counter strike

An oil tanker caught fire after being struck by an "unknown projectile" while transiting the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman, British maritime authorities said on Tuesday, in an incident that has heightened tensions in one of the world's most critical energy shipping routes.

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