US-Iran talks in deadlock – what’s the latest?
Summary
Iran and the United States are in a dispute over control of the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil supplies. Iran has blocked ships without its permission from passing through the strait, while the US claims it controls the area. Talks involving Iran and Oman aim to find a peaceful way to reopen the strait for shipping.Key Facts
- Iran denies US claims that the US controls the Strait of Hormuz.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a vital route for about 20% of the world’s oil and natural gas shipments.
- Iran has blocked ships that do not have its approval from passing through the strait.
- The US has responded by targeting ships headed for Iranian ports and maintaining a naval blockade on those ports.
- Iran is not directly negotiating with the US about the strait but is talking with Oman about managing it together.
- A memorandum signed on June 17 promised to keep the strait open for 60 days, but disagreements led to renewed conflict.
- Qatar has said talks between Iran and Oman about reopening the strait have reached an advanced stage.
- Both Iran and Oman want to address security concerns and allow commercial shipping to resume safely.
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