Summary

  • Iran says Hormuz route is agreed: Tehran says it has finalized a shipping route with Oman, blaming U.S. actions for delaying a final agreement.
  • Tehran claims victory: Iranian officials say the deal would lock in Iran’s wartime gains and strategic leverage over Hormuz.
  • Mixed messages: Trump says a deal could come within days, while Iran insists the talks are only with Oman.
  • Draft outline emerges: Reports outline Iranian oversight of inbound traffic and Omani management of outbound shipping.
  • High stakes as pressure eased on markets, but geopolitical tensions high: A deal could ease energy market fears while leaving Iran with more influence over Hormuz than before the war.

https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-set-emerge-more-hormuz-leverage-war-under-draft-us-oman-deal