Iran hardliners warn Hormuz authority slipping to US-backed Omani route

Iranian hardliners are criticizing the government's negotiators for allegedly undermining Tehran's control over the Strait of Hormuz by reaching a deal with the United States that they believe has shifted international shipping to a path backed by the U.S. and Oman. This move is seen as a significant challenge to Iran's regional influence and could potentially escalate tensions in one of the world's most strategically important waterways. The hardliners' warnings highlight the ongoing power struggle within Iran between hardliners and more moderate factions, with broader implications for regional security and U.S.-Iran relations.