Iran FM holds Hormuz talks in Oman amid rising US-Iran tensions

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Oman to discuss the security of shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz amid growing tensions between Tehran and Washington.

Oman is continuing its mediation efforts to reduce tensions and support diplomatic talks between Iran and the United States after recent military escalations in the region.

The United States has demanded guarantees from Iran that commercial vessels will be allowed safe and unrestricted passage through the strategic waterway.

US officials said Washington wants a public commitment that shipping lanes will remain open and that no additional restrictions or transit charges will be imposed.

US President Donald Trump said Iran had requested the continuation of talks and that Washington agreed to keep discussions going. However, he also said the previous ceasefire arrangement was no longer active.

Diplomatic efforts are underway to arrange further discussions involving Iran, the United States, Qatar, and Pakistan, according to officials familiar with the developments.

Tensions increased after several commercial vessels came under attack in the Gulf, leading to retaliatory strikes between Iran and the United States.

Iran accused Washington of violating ceasefire commitments, while US officials said recent discussions with Tehran had been constructive.

The Strait of Hormuz has become a major point of dispute between the two sides. The waterway is one of the world’s most important energy routes, carrying a large portion of global oil shipments.

Meanwhile, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei vowed retaliation over the death of his predecessor and father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes.

In a message released during funeral ceremonies, Mojtaba Khamenei said Iran would seek revenge for those killed in recent conflicts.

Iran’s judiciary chief also announced plans to pursue legal action against the United States and Israel, accusing them of committing war crimes during the conflict.

Hojjatoleslam Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei said Iranian authorities would collect evidence and seek accountability through legal channels.

The situation has also drawn attention from regional leaders. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and US President Donald Trump discussed Iran-related developments and stressed the importance of maritime security.