WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump indicated Thursday that military operations involving Iran could reach a conclusion soon, pointing to advancing negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz as a sign that hostilities are winding down.
Although a finalized agreement to reopen the strategic maritime choke point has not yet been formally announced, discussions mediated by regional partners have made significant progress.
A draft proposal negotiated between Oman and Iran aims to establish new commercial shipping lanes in the Persian Gulf to ease global energy supply disruptions. However, naval security operations and blockades around Iranian ports remain active while talks continue, with potential maritime hazards like naval mines still posing risks to commercial vessels.
Rhetoric from Iranian officials remains cautious, framing the proposed maritime framework as a temporary arrangement rather than a full return to standard operations until blockades are fully lifted.
Regional mediators expect talks to continue through the week to convert the draft transit protocol into a functional ceasefire on the water.–News Desk