Iran Moves Forward with Toll Proposal for Ships in Strait of Hormuz
The draft measure, which was endorsed by the parliament’s National Security Commission, sets out new rules for the vital maritime route. Among its key elements is a requirement for vessels to pay transit fees using Iran’s national currency, the rial.
According to reports, commission member Mojtaba Zarei indicated that the proposal also contains clauses preventing ships associated with the United States and Israel from using the waterway.
The plan further includes provisions that would deny passage to vessels from countries participating in unilateral sanctions against Iran.
Before becoming law, the legislation must still be approved by the full parliament, then reviewed by the Guardian Council, and finally signed by the president.
The move comes amid ongoing regional tensions following a joint military campaign launched by Israel and the United States against Iran on Feb. 28. Reports state that the offensive has resulted in over 1,340 deaths, including Iran’s then-Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
In retaliation, Iran has carried out drone and missile attacks targeting Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and several Gulf nations hosting US military bases. These strikes have reportedly led to casualties, infrastructure damage, and significant disruptions to global markets and aviation.
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