Iran war live: Tehran-Oman talks on Hormuz ‘positive’; ship hit in Red Sea

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Iran says talks with Oman are proceeding ‘positively’ as US officials say a deal could be possible soon.

Published On 5 Aug 2026

Diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz ramp up, with Iran saying talks with Oman are proceeding “positively”.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio also reports “progress” in talks on the strait, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggests an agreement could be possible as early as “today or tomorrow”.