Iranian lawmakers are debating the wording of the proposed Hormuz deal with Oman, with hardliners pushing for a ban on US and Israeli ships, compensation from "hostile countries," and a prohibition on Israel-linked cargo. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi had said an understanding was reached "in principle," and state TV cited a lawmaker saying the final text will be announced "soon." It remains unclear whether Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has assented. Trump said talks are "moving along," while a US official stated any temporary routes will not be subject to approvals, permits, tolls, or charges. Fars reported that the draft foresees Iranian management over vessel entry, with exit overseen jointly, and traffic consolidating into a single central corridor. Late Thursday, Fars said Iranian naval forces struck "hostile targets" at the strait's entrance.
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The draft deal was previously reported to give Iran control over ships entering the Gulf with fees of 5–7% of cargo value, but the US has now stated no tolls or charges will apply to temporary routes.
