Iran Signals New Control System for Strait of Hormuz, Proposes Transit Tolls

Tehran. Iran has indicated preparations to implement a new control system in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Alaaeddin Boroujerdi, a member of the Iranian Parliament (Majlis), stated that the related proposal will be approved soon.

According to him, under the proposed new system, no vessel will be allowed to cross the strait without Iran's permission. This appears to further tighten Iran's control over the major route for global energy supply.

'It costs money to ensure the safety of vessels and provide services, so it is necessary to arrange for the collection of transit tolls,' Boroujerdi further stated. This clarifies the plan to charge fees to international ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Boroujerdi also made strong statements regarding nuclear policy.

He emphasized that the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) is no longer relevant following attacks by Israel and the United States on Iran's nuclear facilities. He claimed it is time for Iran to withdraw from the treaty.