15.06.2026 13:50
Notable changes were made in the final stage of the memorandum of understanding being prepared between Iran and the United States. Under the new arrangement, the role of Iran and Oman in the decision-making mechanism regarding the future of the Strait of Hormuz has been strengthened, while it was stated that ships will be granted free passage for only 60 days. After this period, it is planned to generate revenue from commercial vessels passing through the strait in exchange for various services.
The Fars News Agency, known for its proximity to Iran, claimed that significant changes were made to the final text of the memorandum of understanding being prepared between Iran and the United States. According to the report, striking statements regarding sovereign rights over the Strait of Hormuz were added to the text.
"SIGNIFICANT CHANGES WERE MADE"
According to the Fars News Agency's report, which cited a knowledgeable source, some critical changes were made to the final version of the memorandum of understanding being worked on between Iran and the United States.
The source stated that the adjustments particularly focused on articles concerning the future of the Strait of Hormuz.
EMPHASIS ON SOVEREIGNTY IN THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ
The report indicated that the sovereign rights of Iran and Oman over the Strait of Hormuz were clearly emphasized in the final text.
It was also alleged that the text stipulated that decisions regarding the future of maritime services in the strait would fall under the authority of Iran and Oman.
FREE PASSAGE FOR 60 DAYS
According to information conveyed by the source, Iran agreed to grant free passage to ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz for only 60 days.
It was stated that after this period, the Tehran administration plans to generate revenue from commercial ship traffic by providing security, navigation, environmental protection, and insurance services.
REVENUES WILL BE USED FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The report stated that the revenues obtained from these services are aimed to be used in Iran's economic development projects.
These regulations concerning the Strait of Hormuz, regarded as one of the world's most critical energy transit points, are considered among the most notable topics of the memorandum.