Iran and Oman Discuss Temporary Shipping Route in Strait of Hormuz Amid US Economic Sanctu
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Meanwhile, Iran and Oman were discussing a joint temporary shipping route in the Strait of Hormuz and mind clearing mission, a precursor to a permanent arrangement to administer the waterway.
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ZeroHedgeEarlier, Oman's state news agency reported that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi discussed an "interim framework" establishing a temporary joint shipping corridor.
Financial TimesIran and Oman edge towards deal on Strait of Hormuz Interim proposal on managing shipping is first hint of diplomatic progress to reopen the waterway in weeks
Fortune“The two ministers discussed a phased framework that could provide a practical and implementable basis for moving forward, in light of the current situation in the Strait resulting from the recent war and its tragic repercussions. The proposed framework includes the establishment of a joint temporary navigational corridor through the Strait of Hormuz and an agreement to implement a joint project to clear the Strait of mines.” “Technical negotiations between the two sides would continue with a view to agreeing on a permanent navigational corridor and future administration of the Strait, as well as a mechanism for information-sharing, traffic management, and the provision of relevant navigational and security services.”
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Coupled with this is Bessent's rollout on Monday of details of an economic 'D-Day' against Iran, saying that the country will be completely isolated from the world economy, and threatening secondary sanctions against any third party country that doesn't comply.
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BBC BusinessScott Bessent said the US would sever all economic ties with the country in "an economic D-Day" and that any nation partnering with Iran financially would also be isolated.
CNBCIt comes after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's pledge on Monday to launch an "economic D-day" on the Iranian regime, threatening to target Tehran's "enablers" and trading partners in efforts to strangle its economy. This included a list of 60 individuals, entities and vessels.
Washington Times BusinessSpeaking at a press conference, Mr. Bessent praised the U.S. military operation for giving the administration the ability to wage economic war against Iran. He insisted that the new sanctions will further isolate Tehran from the world economy.
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This puts it in a challenging position. The US has threatened to punish those who continue to trade with Iran as part of its economic pressure tactics.
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CNBCChina, which buys around 90% of Iran's oil, on Tuesday threatened to retaliate if the U.S. opted to expand economic pressure on nations trading with Tehran.
Washington Times BusinessThe U.S. and Iran traded military strikes for weeks after fighting restarted in earnest in July. But Washington has since shifted to an economic pressure campaign after Mr. Trump called off another round of strikes earlier this month.
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Oil prices fell on Wednesday, extending a slide, after Iran and Oman said they discussed a temporary deal to resume shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
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ZeroHedgeBrent crude futures dropped for a third session as Iran and Oman advanced plans for a temporary maritime corridor through the Strait of Hormuz.
FortuneThe price of Brent crude oil declined to $85 per barrel this morning after the official Oman News Agency reported that Iran and Oman had discussed a “proposed framework” that would eventually lead to a “permanent navigational corridor” through the Strait of Hormuz. Oman’s foreign minister, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, met his Iranian counterpart, Dr. Seyed Abbas Araghchi, yesterday, ONA reported:
CNBCOil fell Wednesday, amid easing concerns about military conflict as the U.S. leans towards economic sanctions to pressure Iran.
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Published The US Treasury Secretary has threated Iran with "the single greatest financial offensive ever", claiming the US-Israel war with Iran was "entering its endgame".
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One fifth of the world's oil and gas usually passes through strait, a waterway south of Iran, but the flow has been effectively blocked by the country since the conflict began at the end of February.
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Washington Times BusinessIn retaliation, Iran effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a small waterway connecting the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, with a combination of small boats, drones and missiles. At least one-fifth of the world’s oil and natural gas moves through the strait each year and, and its closure has driven up energy prices globally.
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Futures Movers Oil prices extend slide as Iran and Oman eye temporary Hormuz deal
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01 CNBC Oil prices have extended recent losses in response to the statement, with international benchmark Brent Crude falling below the $90 per barrel market overnight.
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02 ZeroHedge Brent tumbled to $85 a barrel early Wednesday, down more than 9% for the week, while West Texas Intermediate traded around $80. Crude remains up more than 41% this year following the US-Iran conflict and ongoing disruptions at the Hormuz chokepoint.
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03 BBC Business However, Iran has shrugged off President Donald Trump and his Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's warning, saying it is "fully prepared" for the sanctions.
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04 MarketWatch West Texas Intermediate’s contract for October delivery CL.1 CLV26 fell about 3% to $82.44 a barrel, while Brent crude’s October contract BRN00 BRNV26 shed just over 3%, slipping to $89.34 a barrel. The moves bring both the U.S. and the international benchmarks down to their lowest levels in almost two weeks and would mark the West Texas Intermediate contract’s largest one-day decline in three weeks.
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05 Fortune Good morning. On Fortune’s radar today: Fortune’sradar today: Bill Gates says the world is unprepared for AI’s risks: “There is no plan.” There is a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but Trump is silent so far. Markets: Nvidia, Nvidia, Nvidia. No, the U.S. can’t grow its way out of the national debt, experts say. Increased productivity from AI is refusing to show up. The insane price of decorating a college dorm room.
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06 Financial Times Can Trump’s ‘economic D-day’ force Iran to capitulate? Tehran made no concessions as a result of ‘maximum pressure’ sanctions eight years ago. Few expect it to yield this time
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07 Common Dreams No Bending the Knee Here Like every authoritarian before him, Trump is working to co-opt news sources and control what the public sees and hears. Too many corporate outlets are bending the knee—but not Common Dreams. We will never be intimidated, and we will never compromise the core values that define our community: social justice, universal human rights, equality, and peace. Because we are funded by ordinary people like you, our editorial freedom is guaranteed.
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08 Washington Times Business WASHINGTON — Americans’ confidence in the economy declined again this month as the ongoing conflict in Iran continued to push U.S. gasoline prices above $4 per gallon.
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09 National Review Economy Trump Launches Another (Trade) War Plus: Harry and Meghan self-deport.
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