Iranian lawmakers examine proposal to block US and Israeli vessels in Hormuz
A parliamentary panel in Iran is assessing a draft law that would prohibit U.S., Israeli and other hostile ships from passing the Strait of Hormuz, with penalties of up to 20% of cargo value.
Iran's legislative committee is reviewing a preliminary bill aimed at denying transit rights to vessels from the United States, Israel and other designated hostile nations through the strategic Hormuz waterway. The proposal calls for fines reaching 20% of the cargo's worth for any breach. Lawmakers have invited experts to provide input before the text is finalized, and the draft remains under technical scrutiny.
Why it matters
The proposal could disrupt global oil shipments and heighten geopolitical friction in a vital shipping lane.
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