The New York Times reports that Iran and Oman are nearing a deal on the Strait of Hormuz that would see ships entering the strait pass through the lane adjacent to Iran, while ships exiting pass close to Oman, and includes a 'service fee' (a form of commission) to Iran. The report was cited by Channel 12.
The New York Times, as cited by Channel 12 and reporter Tomer Almagor, reported Tuesday morning that Iran and Oman are nearing a detailed agreement on the management of the Strait of Hormuz. According to the report, the proposed arrangement would split the waterway's traffic: vessels entering the strait would use the lane adjacent to Iran, while those exiting would pass near Oman. The deal reportedly includes a 'service fee' — a form of commission — to be paid to Iran, formalizing a toll system that Tehran has sought to impose since the end of active hostilities.
Earlier this morning, i24NEWS reported that Iran and Oman were nearing an agreement on renewing shipping traffic through the strait but did not provide specifics. The New York Times report adds significant detail on the proposed terms, including the lane division and the fee mechanism.
In related context, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated in June that the strait is under the exclusive sovereignty of Iran and Oman and that a new toll system would be implemented. The United States has opposed any tolls, with a senior US official stating in mid-June that the strait would reopen 'with no tolls' under a framework deal. The current report suggests the parties may be moving toward a compromise that includes fees, though the terms remain unconfirmed.
3 developments
- DevelopingIran and Oman advance joint plan for Strait of Hormuz transit fees
- DevelopingIran Begins Charging Ships for Strait of Hormuz Transit — Up to $2 Million Per Vessel
- StrongIran says it will hold talks with Oman to set fees for Strait of Hormuz passage
- DevelopingSources report 'some progress' in Omani-Iranian talks on Hormuz shipping, but deal uncertain
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