The United States said on Aug. 27 that it was not negotiating with Iran, even as Qatar stepped up diplomatic efforts over an Iran-Oman proposal for a temporary shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz.

By Yomna EhabCAIRO, Aug 26 (Reuters) - Iran said it had restarted talks with neighbor Oman to manage the Strait of Hormuz as it faces heightened economic pressure from U.S.…

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