Iran offers safe passage on Oman side of Hormuz

Iran is offering to allow ships to sail freely through the Omani side of the Strait of Hormuz without risk of attack, according to a Reuters report citing a source close to Tehran. The proposal is part of broader diplomatic efforts between Iran and the United States amid ongoing tensions in the region. This offer represents a potential de-escalation measure regarding one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints. The Strait of Hormuz handles about one-fifth of global oil consumption, making its security arrangements strategically significant.