Iran claims to be in the "final stages" of drafting an agreement with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial maritime passage. This agreement could reopen the strait, easing pressure on the global economy.

US President Donald Trump has stated that an agreement could be announced in the same week, which would represent a significant step in the effort to end the conflict. However, the agreement should also include the lifting of US blockades on Iranian ports.

In the past, Trump had refused any agreement that would consolidate Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz, which would be a significant victory for Iran and a departure from global norms. Iran has insisted on a certain level of control over the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that it will not revert to the previous status of an open international waterway.

The war, initiated by the US and Israel on February 28, was launched under the pretext of toppling the Tehran government and halting Iran's nuclear program. However, these objectives have not been met, and the conflict has evolved into a struggle for control of the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran and the US are vying to secure their dominant presence.

The Strait of Hormuz is a vital chokepoint through which about 20% of the world's oil supply passes. Any disruption in this passage could have severe economic consequences, making the reopening of the strait a critical issue for both Iran and the US.

Iran has been pushing for a level of control over the Strait of Hormuz that would allow it to regulate traffic and potentially charge fees for passage. This stance has been a point of contention in negotiations with the US and Oman.

The US has been wary of any agreement that would give Iran too much control over the strait, fearing it could lead to a situation where Iran could use its position to exert influence or even block the passage of oil tankers.

The ongoing negotiations between Iran, the US, and Oman are seen as a potential breakthrough in the conflict, but they also highlight the complex geopolitical dynamics at play in the region.

Source consulted: Irán y EEUU dicen que acuerdo sobre el estrecho de Ormuz está cerca