Iran-Oman to impose tolls on use of Strait of Hormuz

Iran and Oman are planning to collect transit fees or tolls from ships using the strategically important Strait of Hormuz in the context of the ceasefire. According to international media reports, the two countries have agreed in principle to impose a fixed fee on commercial ships using this waterway during the ceasefire.

The ceasefire talks were mediated by Shehbaz Sharif. The plan to take such economic steps has emerged within the two-week interim agreement between the United States and Iran.

According to Iran's semi-official news agency Tasnim News, the money collected from ships using this waterway will be spent on reconstruction work. It is known that there is a proposal to charge a maximum of about two million dollars from each ship, although it is not yet confirmed whether any ship has paid this amount.

Shipping traffic in this very important waterway has decreased significantly since the start of the war. According to various tracking data, only about 5 percent of ships are currently using the route compared to before the war. However, some oil tankers are able to move with special permission.

Disagreements over the ceasefire

Meanwhile, Benjamin Netanyahu's office said that Lebanon is not included in the ceasefire. In a statement, it was said that while supporting US President Donald Trump's decision, Iran must open the strait and stop all attacks.

However, Pakistan had previously said that the ceasefire would also include Lebanon - which contradicts Israel's position.

US claims its victory

After the ceasefire, the White House claimed it as its diplomatic and military success. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a statement that this progress was possible under the leadership of President Trump.

She said that the US achieved its main goal through the military operation called 'Operation Epic Fury', which later paved the way for diplomatic talks.

Analysts say the decision to impose tolls through the Strait of Hormuz could have a new impact on global trade and energy markets, with major economic repercussions, especially for the oil transportation sector.