A draft law titled Strategic Action to Ensure Security and Sustainable
Development of the Strait of Hormuz and Persian Gulf is under review by Iran’s
National Security Council, Parliament presidium member Salimi said. Key
provisions would bar vessels from the United States, Israel and other hostile
states from transiting the Strait of Hormuz; ban Israel-linked cargoes, military
or civilian, from transiting the area; and bar passage for ships or cargoes that
have taken part in operations against the resistance front. The draft would
prohibit countries and individuals that have caused damage to Iran from
transiting the Strait or Persian Gulf until they compensate for losses.
Violations would carry penalties, including fines up to 20% of cargo value. The
government would work with the armed forces on navigation guidance, vessel
traffic monitoring and security and environmental protection in the Persian
Gulf. The draft remains at expert review and Parliament has asked experts to
submit revisions.
