19.03.2026 14:53
The Strait of Hormuz, through which about one-fifth of the global energy supply is transported, has been closed since the beginning of the war. Ignoring calls from around the world, Iran is working on a bill to charge transit fees for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
It has been reported that Iran is preparing a regulation to charge transit fees for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. A draft law regarding the issue is planned to be brought to the agenda of the Parliament.
PREPARATION FOR A NEW REGULATION FOR HORMUZ
According to a report by the semi-official ISNA News Agency, which is based on a member of parliament, a comprehensive draft law regarding transits through the Strait of Hormuz is being worked on. This regulation is expected to introduce new rules for the use of the strait.
TRANSIT FEES AND TAXES WILL BE COLLECTED
According to the draft, it is stated that "if the Strait of Hormuz is used as a safe route for shipping traffic, energy transit, and ensuring food security, countries will be obliged to pay transit fees and taxes to Iran."
If this regulation comes into effect, it is considered that it could have significant consequences for international maritime transportation.
In a statement regarding the issue, Iranian leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei's advisor, Mohammad Mohbir, said, "We will define a new system for the Strait of Hormuz."
TENSIONS CONTINUE
On the other hand, in response to the joint attacks of the US and Israel against Iran, the Tehran administration's retaliatory steps continue. In this process, it was also noted that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has closed the Strait of Hormuz to the passage of ships connected to the US and Israel.