Iran declares Strait of Hormuz closed until ‘the end of US interference in this region’

The talks come as diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions continue following renewed hostilities in the Gulf.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi, on Saturday met to discuss arrangements for naval passage through the Strait of Hormuz under the US-Iran memorandum, IRNA reported.

The Philippines on Saturday called on the United States and Iran to exercise restraint and resume diplomatic talks after renewed hostilities shattered a ceasefire, raising fears of wider instability in the Gulf and threatening one of the world's most critical shipping lanes.

US warns Iran: Reopen Strait of Hormuz and halt attacks today