Iran prepares a trap for Israel in the Strait of Hormuz
An Iranian bill that has passed a parliamentary committee hearing proposes tightening navigation rules in the Strait of Hormuz, including a possible ban on Israeli vessels and the imposition of fees for services.
An Iranian bill, already reviewed by the parliamentary committee on national security and foreign policy, proposes a significant tightening of navigation rules through the Strait of Hormuz. The key provision concerns Israel and states that Tehran considers hostile: their ships are to be banned from passage. Restrictions are also proposed for vessels from countries that have participated in military actions against Iran, as well as ships carrying military cargo. Even for ships from non-hostile countries, free passage is not guaranteed—they will require prior permission from the General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces. Tehran intends to charge fees for maritime security, environmental measures, and refueling. A separate clause of the bill mandates the use of the name "Persian Gulf" in official documentation, excluding the alternative "Arabian Gulf." The next stage is a vote in the plenary session of parliament, followed by review by the Guardian Council.