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Iran has denied reports that it plans to impose transit tolls on commercial ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, clarifying that its recent maritime initiatives are focused on improving navigational safety rather than collecting passage fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speaking during a weekly press briefing on Monday, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said Iran and Oman are jointly working on a formal mechanism aimed at ensuring the safe movement of vessels through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Baghaei described the initiative as a \u201cresponsible step\u201d designed to strengthen maritime safety and regional shipping coordination amid growing geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe are not seeking to collect tolls,\u201d Baghaei stated, rejecting widespread reports that Iran had started charging commercial vessels for transiting the strait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, he clarified that certain charges related to maritime services could still apply. According to Iranian officials, fees linked to navigation support, maritime safety operations, environmental protection, and monitoring systems in the Strait of Hormuz, the Persian Gulf, and the Sea of Oman are considered standard operational costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The clarification comes after multiple reports claimed that Iran had tightened shipping controls in recent months and required commercial vessels to coordinate movements with Iranian authorities before crossing the waterway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sources also indicate that military monitoring in the region has significantly increased following heightened tensions earlier this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world\u2019s most critical maritime chokepoints, handling nearly 20% of global crude oil and liquefied natural gas shipments. Any disruption, delay, or additional cost imposed on vessels transiting the route can directly impact global energy prices, shipping costs, and international supply chains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before regional tensions escalated, approximately 125 to 140 vessels reportedly transited the strait daily. Recent reports suggest that traffic volumes have declined sharply as concerns over security, military activity, and possible regulatory restrictions continue to grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Several major shipping nations and energy-importing economies \u2014 including India, China, Japan, and South Korea \u2014 are closely monitoring developments in the region due to their heavy dependence on Gulf energy supplies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The issue also drew international attention after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly described any potential tolling mechanism in the Strait of Hormuz as \u201cunacceptable.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Baghaei further stated that while Iran supports free trade and safe maritime transit, the country also remains concerned about regional security threats and what it described as the \u201cmisuse\u201d of the strait for military operations against Iran.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Iran also confirmed that its deputy foreign minister recently visited Oman to discuss establishing a structured maritime transit coordination mechanism between the two countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to Iranian officials, the proposed framework would focus on navigational safety, vessel coordination, and maritime security cooperation in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Adding to these developments, Iran\u2019s Supreme National Security Council last week announced the launch of the \u201cPersian Gulf Strait Authority\u201d (PGSA), a newly established body responsible for overseeing operational matters linked to the Strait of Hormuz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The authority stated that it would provide real-time operational and maritime updates related to the strategically vital waterway through its official communication channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With global shipping markets already facing geopolitical uncertainty, the latest developments in the Strait of Hormuz are expected to remain under close watch by shipowners, charterers, energy traders, and maritime authorities worldwide.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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