Oman’s position as a key mediator in Iran-US tensions over Strait of Hormuz navigation and maritime security continues to shape developments, with both countries holding repeated talks on temporary shipping routes and mine clearance under frameworks like the Islamabad MoU. Reported drone and missile incidents targeting ports such as Duqm and Salalah, along with attacks on merchant vessels in Omani territorial waters and the Gulf of Oman, have occurred since March 2026 amid broader regional hostilities. Iran has issued statements linking safe transit to compliance with ceasefire terms, while Oman advocates regional security pacts that include Tehran and emphasizes sovereignty over its waters. Upcoming diplomatic meetings and any shifts in US-Iran compliance could influence escalation risks in the shared waterway.