What happened
On August 29, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi said Iran and Oman had reached an understanding on passage arrangements in the Strait of Hormuz.
He stressed the understanding will not automatically move into implementation.
Gharibabadi added that unless the US meets its obligations, the understanding will not be implemented, and Iran is in no rush to reopen the strait.
Why it matters
The statement signals a conditional approach, linking the strait's reopening to US actions rather than treating the Oman understanding as a standalone step.
It suggests progress on this vital shipping route remains tied to broader diplomatic commitments, and timing is deliberately open-ended.
Key facts
Iran and Oman reached an understanding on passage arrangements in the Strait of Hormuz.
The understanding will not enter the implementation phase automatically.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi said Iran is not in a hurry to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
What to watch next
Whether the United States fulfills the obligations that Iran has cited as a condition for implementation.
Whether Iran and Oman continue their discussions on the understanding despite the current pause in execution.