Muscat: Oman has secured the support of Gulf states for a proposal that allows Tehran to collect voluntary fees from ships using the Strait of Hormuz. The plan is aimed at resolving disruptions in oil trade resulting from the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran. According to TRTworld.com, President Donald Trump, who recently called off a two-week US bombing campaign, indicated that there are "good talks" underway with Iran. However, he warned of the possibility of resuming strikes if negotiations do not yield results. Iran, on the other hand, has denied any intention to resume talks with the United States. The US had launched a renewed bombing campaign earlier this month to counter Iran's control over the strait, a critical chokepoint for global oil and liquefied natural gas trade. Iran had effectively closed the strait to foreign ships following an attack by the US and Israel on February 28. Although a deal in June partially reopened the strait, it collapsed in early July after Iran targeted ships using an unapproved channel. Iran has expressed its desire to jointly manage the strait with Oman and impose service fees on ships. The US, however, insists on a return to the pre-war status quo where no fees were charged and maintains that mandatory fees would be illegal. Under Oman's proposal, fees would be voluntary and Iran would not have sole control, mirroring the system in the Strait of Malacca where voluntary contributions fund essential services. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi discussed the proposal with Omani and Saudi counterparts, emphasizing the importance of regional cooperation. Meanwhile, Trump halted the US bombing campaign after military advisors suggested it had achieved its aims. The 13-day campaign inflicted significant damage in Iran and claimed numerous lives, while Iran retaliated with attacks on US bases and infrastructure in Gulf states. Despite a ceasefire from Iran contingent on US actions, drone attacks have been reported in Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and northern Iran. Trump re mains optimistic about reaching a resolution to the five-month conflict but cautioned that US strikes could resume if talks falter. Iran maintains it has not sought new negotiations with the US, accusing it of violating the previously established framework for peace talks. Trump is set to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, with the Israeli role in the conflict complicating peace efforts. The cessation of US bombing has led to a significant drop in oil prices, with Brent crude futures falling over 2.5 percent to around $86 a barrel. Disagreements persist between Washington and Tehran over the framework's interpretation regarding the strait, with the US advocating for free passage and Iran asserting its right to supervise transit.