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Written by AI, News Sources from NDTV World, CBS News8 Aug 20261 min readUpdated 56 min ago
A US official said Friday that progress in talks between Iran and Oman could soon lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, potentially restoring oil exports disrupted by the five-month-old US war with Iran. Sources close to the negotiations say the two countries continue to discuss terms of a potential deal regarding transit through the strategic waterway. The official spoke on condition of anonymity, and further details of the talks were not disclosed. Any agreement would hinge on the final terms being settled between Tehran and Muscat, with the US expressing optimism that a breakthrough is near. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical passage for global oil shipments, and its closure has raised concerns about energy markets. The potential deal comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to ease tensions in the region.
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