Iran Demands Full Control of Hormuz Lane, Threatens Closure if Oman Rejects Proposal

Iran rejects 50-50 control proposal for Hormuz Strait shipping lane, demanding full inbound control. Officials warn the strait will remain closed and war may restart if Oman refuses terms.

Woofun AI reports that Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister has proposed negotiations with Oman regarding a temporary shipping lane in the Strait of Hormuz to replace the current north-south route. Tehran rejected Oman's suggestion of shared 50% control, stating it fails to address Iranian concerns. Instead, Iran demands full control of the inbound lane and partial control of the outbound lane. The official warned that if Oman does not accept these terms, the strait will remain closed and Iran is prepared to restart hostilities, emphasizing that the southern lane will never be acknowledged.