Muscat: Omani and Iranian officials have engaged in talks concerning the principles of freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, in alignment with international law, as announced by Oman's Foreign Ministry.

According to Anadolu Agency, the discussions were held in Muscat between Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi and Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi, who was visiting Oman with a diplomatic and legal delegation. The meeting followed the delivery of a verbal message from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi regarding regional developments and ongoing Iranian-US talks mediated by Pakistan.

The ministry stated that an expanded session was conducted between the Omani and Iranian delegations to explore a set of principles governing freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, based on international law. The delegations exchanged views regarding recent developments and emphasized the need to build and develop capabilities to ensure the safety of shipping, trade, and supply chains.

The two sides also deliberated on efforts to restore freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz in a safe and sustainable manner. A potential memorandum of understanding between Iran and the US, reported by Tasnim news agency, includes an end to hostilities on all fronts, which encompasses Israel's attacks in Lebanon, and Washington's commitment to waiving sanctions on Iran's oil during negotiations.

If finalized, the agreement would not restore the Strait of Hormuz to its pre-war status immediately. However, the number of ships allowed to pass would return to pre-war levels within 30 days, according to Tasnim. The report also mentioned Iran's emphasis on enforcing its sovereign rights over the Strait of Hormuz through undisclosed means, with further details to be announced subsequently.

US President Donald Trump mentioned on Saturday that an agreement with Iran to end the conflict was "largely negotiated" and awaited finalization. This development followed Pakistani army chief Asim Munir's second recent visit to Tehran. The ceasefire in the conflict, which commenced on February 28, was initially mediated by Pakistan on April 8.