politics
April 14, 2026
No return to free transit through Strait of Hormuz after failed US talks, Iranian MP says
Iranian parliamentary security chief Ebrahim Azizi says the US needs a deal more than Iran, vowing a new Strait of Hormuz toll system
TL;DR
- Iran plans to levy tolls on ships from 'hostile' countries crossing the Strait of Hormuz.
- These tolls are intended as compensation for damages caused by sanctions and US-Israeli strikes.
- An Iranian MP stated that the US needs a deal more than Iran and should accept Tehran's terms.
- A draft bill is being prepared to stipulate that countries causing damage must pay compensation to cross the strait.
- The proposed law would establish a new management and control system for the strait and the Persian Gulf.
- Vessels would need to pay tolls based on Iran's national interests.
- Iran expresses deep skepticism regarding Washington's intentions and ability to honor agreements.
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