BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 4. ran's Foreign Ministry says negotiations with Oman on ensuring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz are progressing positively.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said the discussions are focused on establishing safe inbound and outbound shipping lanes through the strategic waterway.
According to comments carried by Iran's IRIB broadcaster, Baghaei said the negotiations have "been assessed positively at both the technical and political levels."
He added that Iran is working with Oman to develop the necessary mechanisms for managing maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
The remarks come amid ongoing diplomatic efforts involving regional actors and the United States to reduce tensions and safeguard commercial shipping through one of the world's busiest energy transit routes.
