Iran discusses Hormuz Strait security with Oman and Saudi Arabia

On July 28, 2026, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held separate telephone conversations with his counterparts from Oman, Badr al-Busaidi, and Saudi Arabia, Faisal bin Farhan, to discuss the security of the Strait of Hormuz. The discussions focused on the regional instability caused by recent tensions between Tehran and the United States, which have undermined a maritime cooperation agreement signed on June 17.

Oman has proposed the establishment of a joint regional mechanism for the management of the Strait of Hormuz, which would include the implementation of voluntary transit fees. According to regional sources, this proposal aims to move away from exclusive Iranian control over the critical waterway, with support from several regional nations. The ministers emphasized the need for strengthened diplomatic cooperation to ensure regional stability.

This diplomatic outreach comes as the Strait of Hormuz continues to serve as a primary flashpoint in Iran-U.S. relations. The proposed new framework seeks to mitigate the security concerns that have jeopardized previous agreements. Future developments will depend on the willingness of all parties to adopt the proposed collaborative management structure.