Saudi Arabia requested the postponement of a planned meeting between Tehran and Gulf countries in Oman over the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei confirmed Riyadh asked that the meeting not take place for the time being.
The talks were expected to bring Iran, Oman, Iraq and Gulf countries together to discuss security and navigation through the strategic waterway.
Oman postpones regional meeting
Oman’s state news agency later confirmed that authorities postponed the meeting scheduled for Salalah to create conditions for constructive dialogue.
Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi said Muscat remained committed to promoting dialogue, regional stability and long-term cooperation.
Meanwhile, Baghaei said Iran and Oman had finalised an understanding after weeks of negotiations over maritime routes and their responsibilities as coastal states. He added that Tehran would consult Oman before deciding how to announce or formally register the understanding.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a major flashpoint in the regional conflict because it carries a significant share of global oil and gas shipments.
Iran has restricted maritime movement through the waterway since the conflict began, requiring vessels to obtain permission before transit.
Tehran rejects Yemen role
Baghaei also rejected claims that Iran was involved in Yemen’s conflict, saying the Houthis acted independently and made decisions based on their own interests. He also dismissed reports of activity at Pickaxe Mountain, after US President Donald Trump said Washington was monitoring the site.
Separately, Iran summoned Austria’s charge d’affaires after Vienna refused visas to Iran’s nuclear delegation attending a UN nuclear agency meeting.
Baghaei blamed US pressure for the decision but said Austria remained responsible for denying the visas.
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