dijlahpoint - The Omani Minister of Foreign Affairs held a telephone conversation with his Iranian counterpart to discuss current regional developments and ways to create suitable conditions for resuming dialogue and negotiations between concerned parties. The discussions focused on the developments regarding freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, with both sides emphasizing the need to reach practical understandings that support the smooth movement of ships and preserve the region's security and stability. These moves come in the context of ongoing Omani mediation efforts aimed at bridging the gap to reopen the strait and secure maritime navigation. Despite Iranian indications of optimism about an imminent agreement, Muscat stressed that achieving a sustainable settlement requires a comprehensive addressing of the root causes of the existing disputes.