Tehran is likely to stick to its guns in the hopes that the US midterms will bring about a Republican defeat, analysts say.

Tensions remain high as an oil tanker was struck near Oman, and the US has threatened sanctions against countries doing business with Iran

By Yomna Ehab and Jana ChoukeirCAIRO/DUBAI, Aug 26 (Reuters) - Iran has held new talks with neighbouring Oman on management of the Strait of Hormuz, blockaded over nearly six…