Iran’s Parliament Security Committee has approved a comprehensive new management plan for the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, proposing transit tolls on vessels and restrictions targeting specific countries, according to state media reports.
The Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) reported that the plan introduces a rial-based toll system for ships passing through the key global oil transit route. It also includes provisions addressing maritime security, vessel safety, environmental protection, and financial regulations governing navigation in the Strait.
Significantly, the proposal seeks to ban the passage of vessels linked to the United States and Israel, while extending restrictions to nations participating in unilateral sanctions against Iran. The framework further reaffirms Tehran’s assertion of sovereign control over the waterway and highlights coordination with Oman to establish a formal legal structure for its management.
The development comes amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia between Iran and a US-Israeli coalition, now entering its second month, underscoring Tehran’s efforts to consolidate control over one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.
In a parallel development, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that Washington intends to ensure freedom of navigation through the Strait. Speaking to Fox News, Bessent noted that global oil markets remain adequately supplied, with shipping activity continuing as some countries negotiate arrangements with Iran.
He added that the United States may move to reassert control over the passage, potentially through naval escorts or a broader multinational maritime initiative.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump issued a stark warning, indicating that failure to reopen the Strait could trigger direct military action against Iran’s critical infrastructure. In a statement posted on Truth Social, Trump suggested that key energy facilities, including oil installations and power generation assets, could be targeted if diplomatic efforts fail.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most strategically significant chokepoints, handling a substantial share of global oil shipments. Any disruption or escalation in the region is likely to have far-reaching implications for international energy markets and geopolitical stability.
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