Iran and Oman hold first Hormuz talks as US-Iran deal stays on edge

Iran said Monday it had held its first meeting with Oman on managing the Strait of Hormuz since it signed a framework deal with the US earlier this month.

The announcement followed multiple US media reports that Washington had agreed with Tehran to halt attacks after an exchange of strikes strained the deal, and that the two sides planned to renew talks in Qatar on Tuesday.

Iran reacted by shooting down down the claim, sparking US President Donald Trump to say the meeting will go ahead, contradicting Tehran's words.

Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi first said on Monday that while Iran's separate consultations with Qatar "are ongoing as usual," reports "by some media outlets" on technical talks in Doha "are not confirmed."

The first round of technical talks will take place only when all conditions are met, and the date and venue is agreed upon by all sides, Gharibabadi added.

"Consultations on this matter are continuing through intermediary countries," he concluded.

Trump responded within hours on his Truth Social platform, stating that "Iran has requested a meeting" and that "it will take place tomorrow in Doha" in all capital letters.