Hormuz Clause Emerges in Agreement
New claims regarding the U.S.-Iran agreement suggest that the text includes provisions on the governance of the Strait of Hormuz and the future of maritime services in the strategically important waterway
According to an unnamed source cited by Iran’s Fars News Agency, several amendments were made to the agreement during the final stages of negotiations.
The source claimed that the revised text explicitly defines the sovereign rights and authorities of Iran and Oman over the Strait of Hormuz. It is also alleged that the agreement includes language stating that the future administration of maritime services in the strait will be determined jointly by Iran and Oman.
Claims of Future Transit Fees
According to the source, the use of the term “maritime services” in the agreement is particularly significant. The source argued that this wording effectively reflects U.S. acceptance of Iran’s right to charge commercial vessels for certain services provided in the Strait of Hormuz.
The report further claims that commercial vessels will be allowed to transit the strait free of charge for a period of 60 days. After this period, Iran would be permitted to introduce charges related to security, maritime assistance, environmental protection, and insurance services.
The unnamed source stated that similar language appears in multiple sections of the agreement, suggesting that a future fee-based framework could become a key component of the strait’s operational structure.
Iran Reportedly Plans Revenue Model
According to the claims, Iran intends to generate revenue from commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz by providing security services, navigational support, environmental protection measures, and insurance-related services.
The source added that any revenue generated through these activities could be directed toward the country’s economic development initiatives.
However, the reported details have not been officially confirmed by the governments of the United States, Iran, or Oman. As the full text of the agreement has not been made public, uncertainty remains regarding the exact provisions related to the Strait of Hormuz and the future administration of maritime services in the region.
