Iran plans to introduce transit fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz and may continue restricting US and allied ships even after the conflict ends, Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said.

In an interview with a Russian news outlet, Gharibabadi said Iran, in coordination with Oman, is drafting a joint protocol to regulate safe navigation in the strategic waterway.

He noted that while the strait had remained open for normal traffic in the past, recent US and Israeli actions had disrupted maritime security and created serious challenges.

Iran, currently in a state of conflict, has imposed restrictions on US and allied vessels, arguing that peacetime rules cannot apply under wartime conditions.

Gharibabadi warned that even after the war, further aggression in the region could not be ruled out.

He stated that under such circumstances, commercial or military vessels linked to “aggressor states” would not be allowed passage, indicating the policy could become a long-term strategic stance.

The deputy foreign minister said all ships would, in future, be required to coordinate in advance with Iranian and Omani authorities and obtain permits to ensure safe transit.

He added that the draft protocol, now in its final stages, aims to regulate maritime movement, enhance safety and improve services rather than impose arbitrary restrictions. Formal talks with Oman are expected once internal approvals are completed.