Iran's negotiations with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz are in their final stages, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said, according to the IRNA news agency.

Meanwhile, the foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said the talks are aimed at finding a mutually agreed mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz, according to state media.

Baghaei added that the understanding between Iran and Oman on a new route does not mean the Strait of Hormuz is being opened or closed.