Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said that reopening the Strait of Hormuz does not depend on talks with Oman. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Reuters.
Iranian authorities stressed that the reopening of the strait depends only on national interests and regional security. Talks with Oman do not affect the strait's operation.
The statement comes amid geopolitical tensions in the region. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital route for global oil shipments.