Iran says deal with Oman on Strait of Hormuz is in final stages
Neither the US or Oman have commented on the proposed agreement on the vital waterway.
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"the geographical coordinates of the route had been agreed with Oman."
— Esmaeil Baqaei , Politician
"Iran would be 'hit very hard' if the strait did not open 'very soon'."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"the new route would be temporary and could stay open from two to four months."
— Kazem Gharibabadi , Politician
Key People
Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei is Iran's Supreme Leader.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Esmaeil Baqaei is a spokesperson for Iran's foreign ministry.
Kazem Gharibabadi is Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister.
Masoud Pezeshkian is the President of Iran.
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Neither the US or Oman have commented on the proposed agreement on the vital waterway.
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