Iran demands Hormuz inbound control, outbound oversight, source says
August 04, 2026 10:17
DUBAI: Iran wants control over inbound shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and visibility over outbound traffic, with the ability to intervene if necessary, under a plan being discussed with Oman to reopen the strategic waterway, a senior Iranian source told Reuters on Tuesday.
The source, who is involved in the talks, said this is “the general idea currently being discussed,” and specified that the outbound lane would follow a route between Iran and Oman, with exit clearance granted through Oman after notifying Iran.
“Tehran is unlikely to change its position,” the source added.
