Live updates, US energy chief says deal would include freedom of movement for commercial ships, as another vessel hit in Hormuz.Video Duration 01 minutes 12 seconds 01:12Trump says talks with Iran are 'last chance' to forge a dealPublished On 4 Aug 2026
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has said Iran and Oman are continuing talks aimed at ensuring the safe flow of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, with discussions focused on designating safe inbound and outbound lanes.
Earlier, US Treasury Secretary Bessent says deal to open the Strait of Hormuz could come as early as “today or tomorrow”; deal would allow “freedom of movement” for commercial vessels.
