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Iran plans to charge ships for safe passage through Strait of Hormuz, report says
Officials in Tehran have drafted legislation to create a toll system where ships pay for safe passage through the waterway, Iranian media reported.
TL;DR
- Iran is drafting legislation to impose tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
- The proposed tolls are intended to officialize Iranian supervision over the Strait and ensure secure passage for ships.
- Traffic in the Strait has slowed significantly due to conflict, impacting oil prices.
- Reports suggest Iran has previously charged ships for bypassing traffic, though unverified.
- Experts like Karen Young believe regional states would not tolerate Iran operating a toll booth in the Strait.
- Mixed messages are being exchanged between Washington and Tehran regarding potential negotiations to end the war.