WANA (May 03) – Ali Nikzad, the Vice Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, announced on Sunday that a new legislative framework will strictly govern transit through the Strait of Hormuz, effectively banning Israeli and “hostile” American vessels.

 

Speaking on the sidelines of a supervisory visit to Hormuzgan Province, Nikzad emphasized that the upcoming law aligns with the directives of the Supreme Leader and is being drafted in accordance with both Iranian interests and international maritime law.

 

Key Restrictions and Mandates

Nikzad detailed the specific provisions of the proposed bill, noting that the Strait would no longer return to its “pre-war status.” The primary measures include:

 

Total Bans: Vessels belonging to the “Zionist regime” are strictly prohibited from transit. Similarly, “hostile countries,” led by the United States, will be denied passage.

 

Regulatory Compliance: All other international vessels must comply with the regulations approved by Parliament.

 

Military Oversight: The law will grant the Armed Forces specific authority, under the permission of the Commander-in-Chief, to enforce these mandates.

 

Transit Levies for National Defense

The Vice Speaker also revealed a new fee structure for ships using the waterway. Transit tolls will be collected in exchange for services such as:

  • Ensuring maritime safety.
  • Providing navigational guidance.
  • Environmental protection.

 

The resulting revenue is slated to be reinvested into strengthening national defense, improving public livelihoods, and rebuilding infrastructure.

 

Defiance Against U.S. “Blockade”

Addressing recent threats from Washington, Nikzad dismissed Donald Trump’s rhetoric regarding a blockade of Iran.

 

“The enemy is desperate,” Nikzad stated. “Trump previously claimed he would open the Strait after it was closed but failed to follow through on that ‘blunder.’ Now he speaks of a blockade, but rest assured, it is destined for defeat.”

 

The Vice Speaker concluded by praising the resilience of the people of Hormuzgan and the Armed Forces, pledging that Parliament would prioritize compensation for recent damages to ports and local infrastructure in the province.