Proposal would deny Tehran sole control of the strategic waterway while allowing optional payments modeled on the Strait of Malacca, as Trump threatens renewed strikes if diplomacy fails

Iran and Oman are discussing management of the Strait of Hormuz – including imposing service fees, a move the US opposes.

Iran rejects proposal to keep the Strait of Hormuz open during Oman talks. U.S. charges for Hormuz fees by July 31 at 0.4% YES.