Oman is reportedly resisting U.S. pressure to scale back contacts with Iran, maintaining that ongoing discussions are focused on the future governance and security of the Strait of Hormuz under international maritime law. Muscat has rejected suggestions that it supports Iranian efforts to restrict navigation, reaffirming its commitment to free passage through the vital waterway. The dispute intensified after U.S. officials questioned Oman’s role in Hormuz diplomacy and accused it of being sympathetic to Tehran’s position. Meanwhile, Iran has proposed new maritime management mechanisms for the strait, while Washington remains concerned about any measures resembling transit fees or tolls.

The country, which has walked a fine line between Washington and Tehran, is losing its footing as an Arab state trusted by both sides. | World News

Former President Donald Trump has urged Oman to abandon its neutral stance on Iran, as Muscat's discussions on Hormuz transit fees strain US-Oman relations.

The report comes less than a week after US President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Oman if it joined Iran's planned tolling of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Meanwhile the Greek shipping tycoon Evangelos Marinakis says ready to pay Strait of Hormuz transit fees...

Sultanate says talks with Tehran are limited to lawful management of waterway, but Washington has doubts about neutrality

Oman is reportedly resisting U.S. pressure to scale back contacts with Iran, maintaining that ongoing discussions are focused on the future governance and security of the Strait…