Iran's parliamentary National Security Committee has approved a new management plan to strengthen control of the Strait of Hormuz through measures including vessel transit fees.
According to Iran's state-run Press TV on the 30th (local time), the finalized plan reportedly includes applying a toll system to ships passing through the strait.
The passage of U.S. and Israeli ships through the strait is explicitly banned, and countries enforcing economic sanctions on Iran will also face restricted access.
In addition, the plan is said to include: ▲ a major strengthening of security measures within the strait ▲ establishment of detailed protocols to ensure the safe operation of Iranian naval vessels ▲ an expanded role for Iranian forces in the strait's management process.
In particular, there are expectations that the transit restrictions on countries participating in sanctions will have a significant impact on global energy supplies.
Iran is also expected to seek cooperation with Oman, across the strait, to establish a legal framework.