An unconfirmed U.S. warship report is being weighed against Trump’s Iran-focused Middle East buildup, where verified facts point to carriers, aircraft and risk.

Iran and Oman appear to be edging closer to a deal on how the Strait of Hormuz should be managed, agreeing on routes through the key waterway that’s proved a major stumbling block in efforts to end almost six months of war between the Islamic Republic and the US.