WANA (Apr 05) – Reports say Oman and Iran held a meeting at the level of deputy foreign ministers, bringing together experts from both sides.

 

According to reports, Oman’s Foreign Ministry has stated that the two countries held discussions on Saturday focused on possible options for transit through the Strait of Hormuz under current regional conditions. Experts from both sides presented several perspectives and proposals that will be further reviewed.

 

On Thursday, Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, said that a protocol is being drafted for joint Iran–Oman monitoring of maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. He stated that during peacetime, coordination and management of vessel movement would be handled by the two coastal states.

 

He added that the measures are not intended to impose restrictions, but rather to facilitate passage, ensure maritime security, and improve services for ships.

 

Separately, Mohammad Reza Rezaei Kouchi, head of Iran’s Parliamentary Committee on Civil Affairs, said on X that a bill on the exercise of Iran’s sovereign rights in the Strait of Hormuz has been formally received by the parliament leadership.

 

He stated that once enacted, the government—working with Iran’s armed forces—would be responsible for providing navigation guidance, inspecting vessels and transit routes, enforcing environmental standards, and evaluating compliance.

 

He added that authorities would be empowered to deny passage or detain violating ships and issue financial compliance certifications for potential fines related to violations.