Iran has indicated that the Strait of Hormuz will remain open but may operate under new transit conditions. Iranian officials said vessels could face service-related fees set jointly with Oman. The proposal matters because the vital waterway handles a significant share of global energy shipments.
Iran’s ambassador to Moscow, Kazem Jalali, said Iran and Oman would determine the new operating framework. He stated that both countries provide services linked to navigation through the strait. As a result, ships passing through the route could be required to pay transit-related charges. However, he did not provide details on the proposed fee structure.
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The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most strategically important shipping corridors. Before the conflict, roughly one-fifth of global oil supplies passed through the narrow waterway. Although some tankers have recently resumed movement, oil and liquefied natural gas flows remain heavily disrupted. Consequently, markets continue to monitor developments closely.
Meanwhile, the proposal has drawn opposition from the United States. President Donald Trump’s administration has repeatedly rejected any attempt to impose tolls on international shipping. US officials previously said Oman had no plans to support such charges. The issue has emerged as part of broader negotiations linked to regional security and maritime access.
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Separately, regional tensions remain elevated following renewed military exchanges between Israel and Iran. Despite the instability, some vessels continue to transit the waterway. Japan recently confirmed that a Japan-linked tanker passed through the strait without paying additional fees. Analysts say future shipping costs and energy prices could depend on how any new regulations are implemented.