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EPISODE · Aug 10, 2026 · 4 MIN

Sticking points between US and Iran slowing Strait reopening

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Middle East correspondent Madeline Croad spoke to Melissa Chan-Green about several sticking points between the US and Iran slowing progress towards reopening the Strait of Hormuz. An agreement between Oman and Iran - which would establish how the crucial shipping lane would be controlled - is reportedly in its "final stages".

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