Badr al-Busaidi

U.S. and Qatari officials report progress in negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with draft agreement language circulated. The U.S. has nearly depleted its stockpile of long-range missiles during the conflict with Iran, raising concerns about deterrence capabilities. A projectile attack on an Indian-flagged vessel near Yemen, attributed to the Houthis, and suspected Iranian cyberattacks on U.S. water utilities were also reported.

The U.S., Iran, and Oman are nearing an interim agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with a potential Wednesday announcement. The deal includes a 60-day temporary arrangement for ship traffic lanes and mine clearance, contingent on Iranian leadership approval. President Trump has delayed potential strikes to allow diplomacy, but risks remain if an agreement is not finalized.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held phone discussions with Oman's Badr al-Busaidi and Pakistan's Mohammad Ishaq Dar about regional developments following Trump's cancellation of US strikes against Iran. The talks included progress on a maritime route through the Strait of Hormuz with Oman and the deteriorating situation in Occupied East Jerusalem. Pakistan's Dar invited Araghchi to visit the country.

The foreign ministers of Iran and Oman discussed the need for continued coordination on maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz during a phone call. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Omani counterpart Badr al-Busaidi addressed recent regional developments, including temporary measures for maritime arrangements in the strait.