Tehran, Iran – Web Desk: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held separate telephone conversations with his Saudi and Omani counterparts on Monday evening, focusing on the security of the Strait of Hormuz and regional stability, according to a statement from his Telegram channel .
Araghchi discussed “the latest bilateral and regional developments” and emphasized the need to strengthen cooperation and advance joint diplomatic efforts to establish stability in the region. The call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan came shortly after Saudi Arabia reported shooting down drones launched by Iran-affiliated groups in Iraq.
Omani Proposal for Hormuz Management
A Gulf source told Reuters that Oman has presented a proposal to Iran for a joint regional mechanism to manage the Strait of Hormuz, including voluntary fees, and that the proposal has regional backing .
Jordan and UN Stress Ceasefire Commitment
Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres met in Amman and stressed the importance of upholding the US-Iran ceasefire and resuming negotiations to reach a comprehensive solution, according to a Jordanian statement . Safadi also emphasized the need to implement Trump’s peace plan for Gaza and lift Israeli restrictions on humanitarian aid.
Gulf States Condemn Drone Attacks on Saudi Arabia
The Gulf Cooperation Council condemned Monday’s drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, calling them “a dangerous escalation” and a direct threat to regional security . Egypt also condemned the attacks, expressing full solidarity with Saudi Arabia.
Houthis Attempting to Copy Iran’s Hormuz Model
A senior Yemeni official warned that Houthi rebels are attempting to emulate Iran’s strategy of controlling the Strait of Hormuz in the Red Sea after announcing a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia . Foreign minister designate Afrah al-Zouba said the Houthis were “in harmony” with Iranian escalation .
Trump Says US and Iran in ‘Good Talks’
President Trump said the US is having “good talks” with Iran and that there is a chance of a deal, though he warned that strikes would resume if negotiations fail . Despite the optimism, drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Iraq were reported on Monday.
Oil Prices Decline
Oil prices fell for the first time in eight days following the pause in US-Iran hostilities. Brent crude was down 1.66% at $86.89, and WTI fell 1.76% to $81.16.
