Limited Maritime Scope: The talks with Omani officials pertain strictly to establishing a temporary, technical shipping route within the Strait of Hormuz for specific commercial traffic. The talks with Omani officials pertain strictly to establishing a temporary, technical shipping route within the Strait of Hormuz for specific commercial traffic. Strait Remains Closed: Baghaei emphasized that technical arrangements with Oman do not equate to a general reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran reiterated its firm position: no direct talks with the United States are occurring, and no comprehensive reopening of the Strait of Hormuz will take place under current American pressure. CLAIM: Bilateral talks set to commence; deal imminent on Strait reopening IRAN REBUTTAL: No talks taking place or planned with U.S. officials (Tasnim) ACTIVE DIALOGUE: Oman-mediated technical discussions on temporary shipping routes STRAIT STATUS: Remains closed under IRGC oversight; no general opening