President Donald Trump has firmly pushed back against reports suggesting that Iran and Oman could share management of the Strait of Hormuz, labeling the potential deal a non-starter. During a cabinet meeting, Trump insisted that the strategic waterway must remain international territory under no single nation's authority. He notably issued a blunt warning to Oman, a long-term U.S. ally, stating that they must "behave" or face the threat of military retaliation. This stance contradicts claims from Iranian state media, which had floated an unofficial draft agreement that included the lifting of U.S. blockades and a joint management arrangement for shipping lanes.

The conflicting narratives highlight the significant gaps that remain in the ongoing peace negotiations, despite previous administration suggestions that a resolution to the three-month-long conflict was near. While Tehran continues to demand the removal of sanctions and the withdrawal of U.S. forces, Washington maintains its focus on dismantling Iran’s nuclear program—an issue Tehran seeks to defer to future discussions. Amid these high-stakes diplomatic tensions, Trump has also tied the potential deal to broader regional cooperation, explicitly suggesting that he may walk away from the table if key regional players refuse to join the Abraham Accords.