Iran and Oman have advanced bilateral diplomacy on managing commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, with Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi announcing on November 1, 2026, that the sides reached in-principle agreement on route maps and nearly all issues after three weeks of talks. The proposed temporary single corridor would route vessels through Iranian territorial waters for two to four months, replacing prior northern and southern lanes, while preserving both nations' sovereignty and sovereign rights. These discussions build on the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding and include joint working groups on maritime services, costs, and security aligned with international standards. Progress could influence broader regional navigation arrangements and related U.S. diplomatic conditions. Upcoming technical consultations on permanent frameworks may shape timelines and implementation details.