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The concluding document from the agreement made between the United States and Iran clearly acknowledges the involvement of Iran and Oman in deciding the future of sea services in the Strait of Hormuz. According to a source acquainted with the situation, as reported by Iran’s Fars News Agency, this also essentially grants Tehran the right to charge for related services. The source mentioned that changes made in the last phase of the talks highlighted Iranian and Omani control over this important waterway. When the deal was announced, US President Donald Trump shared on social media that the vital Strait of Hormuz would be open without any tolls. The source was quoted by Fars News Agency, saying that in the last moments of the discussions, adjustments to the document significantly accentuated Iran and Oman's sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran and the United States have come to a deal that ends almost four months of conflict, allowing for detailed talks regarding the nuclear program of the Islamic Republic and easing of sanctions. Although not many specifics have been officially shared, Iranian media has reported what they claim are components of a 14-point agreement. Prior to the announcement of the deal, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi indicated that details would be revealed only after the deal was finalized. The source mentioned that earlier drafts of the document had wording meant to ensure Iran's power and arrangements in the strait. However, the final version goes beyond by asserting that the “future management of sea services in the Strait of Hormuz" will be decided by Iran and Oman. This source stated that the modified wording clearly recognizes the influence of Tehran and Muscat in shaping how maritime services in the Strait of Hormuz will be governed in the future.