Iran Considers Service Fees for Strait of Hormuz Transit
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi announced that Tehran is developing a framework to charge vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz for maritime services, including navigation support and rescue operations. Speaking in New Delhi ahead of the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting, Gharibabadi emphasized that these measures align with international law and aim to enhance safety and transparency once regional peace is established. He addressed concerns regarding thirteen Indian vessels stranded near the strait, confirming that eleven had successfully transited with Iranian assistance, highlighting Iran's friendly stance toward India. The minister also welcomed mediation efforts by Pakistan and other nations in resolving conflicts involving the US and Israel, while urging BRICS members to oppose unilateral coercive measures. Concurrently, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov assured India that energy supply agreements, including oil, gas, and nuclear cooperation at the Kudankulam plant, would remain secure despite external competitive pressures. The statements underscore Iran's strategic positioning within the BRICS alliance and its efforts to balance regional security concerns with international maritime regulations.
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Iran Considers Service Fees for Strait of Hormuz Transit
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi announced that Tehran is developing a framework to charge vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz for maritime services, including navigation support and rescue operations. Speaking in New Delhi ahead of the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting, Gharibabadi emphasized that these measures align with international law and aim to enhance safety and transparency once regional peace is established. He addressed concerns regarding thirteen Indian vessels stranded near the strait, confirming that eleven had successfully transited with Iranian assistance, highlighting Iran's friendly stance toward India. The minister also welcomed mediation efforts by Pakistan and other nations in resolving conflicts involving the US and Israel, while urging BRICS members to oppose unilateral coercive measures. Concurrently, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov assured India that energy supply agreements, including oil, gas, and nuclear cooperation at the Kudankulam plant, would remain secure despite external competitive pressures. The statements underscore Iran's strategic positioning within the BRICS alliance and its efforts to balance regional security concerns with international maritime regulations.