Trump threatens Oman, warning them not to interfere in the Memorandum of Understanding with Iran, or they will face US military action.

Trump threatened military action against Oman if it obstructs the US-Iran deal, as traffic in the Strait of Hormuz is severely disrupted.

On August 18, 2569, CNBC reported that: U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that the government is prepared to launch airstrikes against Oman if the Gulf country interferes with or obstructs its agreement with Iran. Amid heightened tensions following the expiration of a 60-day ceasefire between the US and Iran on Monday, no formal negotiations or new peace agreement have materialized.

Trump also stated that the U.S. has held informal discussions with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), but emphasized that his administration is not in a hurry to reach an agreement and will not extend the temporary ceasefire. He criticized Oman, a traditional strategic ally of the U.S., for its inappropriate behavior, but affirmed that the U.S. can easily handle the situation.

A 60-day memorandum of understanding (MoU) reached in mid-June aimed to unlock shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz and pave the way for controls on Tehran's nuclear program. However, the agreement failed in practice after both sides accused each other of violating its terms, leading to renewed clashes. Iranian authorities have rejected direct negotiations with the United States.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that there was no ceasefire or negotiations with the United States, only messages being sent through Qatar and Pakistan. Meanwhile, Tehran is discussing with Oman a solution for reopening commercial shipping lanes.

The prolonged conflict has a direct impact on global energy logistics and supply chains. Data from the maritime analysis institute Kpler shows that shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped to near-total levels, with only three cargo ships passing through on Sunday, compared to a pre-war average of around 130 ships per day. Shipping analysts from HSBC point out that volatility and uncertainty along this strategic route have become the "new normal" that businesses and investors must incorporate into their assessments of energy and maritime transport risks.

refer : cnbc.com

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