Oman says the Strait of Hormuz will not return to prewar conditions and is considering transit fees, amid growing Iranian involvement in managing the strategic waterway; Trump confirmed Iranian drone attacks on shipping as Gulf states warn a developing deal could expand Iran’s regional power and deepen instability

Trump said Tehran had promised no tolls or charges in the strait, hours after Iran and Oman announced a joint permit system asserting their authority over the waterway. Rubio flew…

Tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz as IRGC insists on designated transit routes despite ongoing U.S.-Iran ceasefire discussions.