Iran Approves Bill Banning US and Israeli Ships from Passing Strait of Hormuz
The Iranian parliament has passed a new bill aimed at regulating navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, imposing an explicit ban on U.S. and Israeli vessels as well as ships from states Tehran deems hostile.
Key provisions and implementation
The legislation forbids the transport of any military or civilian cargo linked to Israel through the strait and sets fines up to 20% of the shipment’s value for violators. It also grants the Iranian government full authority to manage maritime traffic, monitor vessels, and secure the passage in coordination with the armed forces.
The draft is still awaiting final legislative procedures and will become effective once all legal steps are completed. Officials say the measure is part of Tehran’s strategy to tighten control over this critical waterway and boost its defensive capabilities.
Regional and global implications
The move is likely to provoke reactions from the United States and Israel, both of which view the strait as a vital energy corridor. Meanwhile, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bissent warned that the strategic importance of Hormuz could decline within two years as energy flows shift toward pipelines and overland routes.
Ongoing monitoring and future developments will determine the bill’s impact on global trade and regional stability.
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