Iran, Oman Agree to Joint Framework for Future Strait of Hormuz Administration

The US and Iran signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) over a week ago, allowing ships to use an alternative route through the Strait of Hormuz. However, Iran and Oman agreed on a new framework for future navigation rules and administration of the strait on Tuesday. Iran has warned against using the new route, calling it "unacceptable and completely dangerous." Tensions have escalated with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps allegedly shooting at ships in the strait and the US responding with attacks on Iran.