Oman's Foreign Ministry responded to Iran's objections over the creation of vessel traffic routes in the Strait of Hormuz, stating that no fees will be imposed on transiting ships. The statement, made during the GCC summit in Bahrain, reaffirms Muscat's commitment to securing freedom of navigation in accordance with international law.
The Omani Foreign Ministry's latest statement directly challenges Iran's recent assertion of control over the Strait of Hormuz, where Tehran had announced a closure and later a 60-day pause in fee collection. Speaking at the Gulf Cooperation Council summit in Bahrain, the Omani Foreign Minister stressed the need to restore freedom of navigation and ensure safe passage for ships through the strait. Oman, as a coastal state, underscored its responsibility to support international maritime security efforts in line with the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea. The statement categorically ruled out any future imposition of transit fees, positioning Muscat in opposition to Tehran's stance. This follows a series of diplomatic moves by Gulf states; as The Zioneer reported earlier today, Bahrain welcomed Oman's initiative for a secure shipping lane. The broader context includes ongoing tensions over Iran's declared blockade of the waterway, which the United States has disputed, asserting that maritime traffic continues.
2 developments
- DevelopingOman's foreign minister affirms commitment to free passage in Strait of Hormuz
- StrongIranian Foreign Ministry spokesman: vessels to pay 'navigation, insurance, environmental' fees in Hormuz
- StrongIranian Foreign Ministry spokesman: toll collection in Strait of Hormuz continues, contradicting Trump
- DevelopingIran says it will not collect Strait of Hormuz tolls for 60 days
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