US-Iran war LIVE: US expects Iran-Oman deal on Hormuz soon; Saudi signs joint defense pact with Pakistan, Turkey

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US-Iran war LIVE: A US official on Friday (local time) reported progress in talks between Iran and Oman that could soon help reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Tune in to Live Mint to catch all the latest US-Iran war-related updates.

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