U.S. President Donald Trump has once again issued a threat against Oman as Iran reveals ongoing collaboration with the Gulf Arab nation on a strategy to oversee shipping activities in the Strait of Hormuz. The complete reopening of this crucial water passage has been a significant request from the United States.

Simultaneously, the 60-day negotiation window to reach a peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran has lapsed, with no indication of an extension and both sides seemingly no closer to a resolution.

The most recent developments on Monday in the U.S. and Israel-Iran conflict are as follows:

**Iran Progressing Towards a Deal with Oman**
Iran disclosed that it has established a consensus with Oman regarding a plan for vessels to navigate through the Strait of Hormuz, which borders both countries. Efforts are now underway to finalize the specifics for a joint statement. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei announced in Tehran that they have settled on the transit route map without providing further details. Previous reports suggest that the agreement would allow ships to enter through an Iranian-proximal route and exit via an Omani-proximal route, with no fees during an interim period. The U.S. has been pushing for a satisfactory arrangement to reopen the strait before lifting its blockade on Iranian ports.

**Previous Trump Warning Directed at Oman**
In an interview with Fox News reporter Trey Yingst, Trump stated that the U.S. would take military action against Oman if it obstructs, using strong language for emphasis. This isn’t the first time Trump has made such threats towards Oman. In a prior instance, he mentioned during a cabinet meeting in May that Oman must comply like everyone else, or face consequences. Trump also dismissed the significance of the 60-day deadline for peace talks and emphasized that there is no fixed timeline. The President mentioned having a back channel for communication with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

**Houthi Rebels Claim Attacks**
Yemen’s Houthi rebels, supported by Iran, asserted responsibility for an assault on a ship and four military vessels in the Red Sea near Mokha, Yemen, close to the strategic Bab el-Mandab Strait. The rebels launched ballistic missiles at the vessels, leading to their capsizing and combustion. They alleged the targeted vessels belonged to Saudi Arabia but offered no evidence to support their claim. There has been no immediate response from Saudi Arabia, and the authenticity of the Houthi allegations remains unverified.

**Drone Strikes Target Iraqi Officials**
Drone attacks targeted two officials in northern Iraq, originating from the Iran border, as reported by the regional counterterrorism service. One drone strike was aimed at the office of Masrour Barzani, the Prime Minister of Iraq’s semi-autonomous Kurdish region, while another hit the residence of a high-ranking regional intelligence official. Fortunately, there were no casualties reported. The responsible party for the attacks remains unknown. Since the onset of the conflict between the U.S. and Israel-Iran, Iran and affiliated Iraqi militant groups have frequently launched assaults on U.S. military and diplomatic sites in Iraq. However, the direct attack on regional government installations on Monday marked a departure from the usual targets.

These recent events underscore the escalating tensions in the region, as various parties navigate complex geopolitical dynamics amidst ongoing conflicts.