Strait of Hormuz unlikely to revert to pre-war conditions

Iran Proposes Permanent Restrictions on Strait of Hormuz Access

A proposed draft law in Iran aims to establish permanent restrictions on access to the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman.

According to reports, the Iranian government has submitted a bill that would prohibit Israeli vessels from using the strait and deny transit rights to nations deemed “hostile” by their alliance with the US. The proposed law is part of efforts to strengthen Iran’s maritime security and protect its interests in the region.

The draft legislation is expected to be debated and potentially adopted by the Iranian parliament, which would have significant implications for regional trade and navigation. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital artery for global oil supplies, with over 20% of the world’s crude oil passing through it every day.

Details of the proposed law are still emerging, but it appears to reflect Iran’s growing concerns about its security in the region. The country has long been wary of US and Israeli influence in the Middle East, and this latest move is seen as a response to those efforts.

The full text of the draft law has not been made public, but officials say it would provide a clear framework for enforcing restrictions on access to the strait.

Source: Al Jazeera