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US official confirms progress in Oman-Iran talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, noting Washington will lift its blockade once a deal is finalized. Israel National News Published: Aug 7, 2026, 10:50 PM (GMT+3) Oil tanker in Strait of HormuziStock Diplomatic negotiations involving Oman and Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz have made measurable headway, with an agreement expected shortly, a US official informed Reuters on Friday. Following a public announcement confirming the unhindered restoration of commercial maritime transit, the United States intends to remove its naval blockade against Iranian harbor facilities, said the official. However, the official emphasized that American policy changes …