Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, stated on Tuesday that Tehran’s final proposal to Oman regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz necessitates significant Iranian oversight of maritime traffic. According to Anadolu reports, the proposal stipulates that one primary shipping lane must remain under the exclusive control of Iran, with additional control over portions of a second lane.
During a broadcast on Iranian state television, Gharibabadi noted that Oman had previously suggested a temporary shipping route intended to replace the existing northern and southern passages through the strait. He explained that the Omani plan proposed a shared management structure, with 50% control attributed to Iran and 50% to Oman; however, Tehran has formally rejected this arrangement.
“Our proposal is that one shipping lane through the strait must be entirely under Iran’s control, with part of the other lane also under Iranian control. This is our definitive position, and Iran will accept no other formula,” Gharibabadi declared.
He further warned that if Oman fails to adopt Iran’s specific terms, the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed, adding that Tehran is prepared to manage the potential for renewed conflict.
