RismadarVoice Reporters
September 13, 2026
Oman has announced the postponement of a planned meeting between Gulf countries and Iran to discuss possible agreements concerning the Strait of Hormuz, a strategically important waterway at the centre of growing regional tensions.
Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi announced the postponement in a statement published on X on Sunday, just a day before the meeting was originally scheduled to take place.
The proposed talks were expected to bring Iran and Gulf states together for consultations on arrangements relating to navigation and the safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
The development comes amid heightened concerns over maritime security and the movement of energy supplies through the waterway, which is one of the world’s most important routes for oil and gas shipments.
The postponement adds uncertainty to diplomatic efforts aimed at establishing a framework for shipping through the strait at a time when regional tensions remain high.
Oman has played a key role in facilitating dialogue between Iran and Gulf countries and has sought to use its diplomatic position to support regional de-escalation.
The proposed meeting had been closely watched because any agreement affecting navigation through the Strait of Hormuz could have significant implications for global energy markets and international shipping.
The strait connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the wider Arabian Sea, making it a critical passage for energy exports from major Gulf producers.
No new date for the meeting was immediately announced by the Omani foreign minister.
The postponement follows renewed international concern over attacks and threats affecting commercial shipping and energy infrastructure across the wider Middle East, increasing pressure on regional governments to find diplomatic solutions to the security crisis.
Further details on the reasons for the postponement and whether the discussions will be rescheduled are expected from Oman and the participating countries.
