Iran has issued new terms for controlling the Strait of Hormuz following a two-week ceasefire brokered by Pakistan after months of conflict with the United States and Israel. The strait, a vital route for 20 percent of global oil and LNG shipments, had been closed after Iran attacked merchant vessels in retaliation for strikes by Washington and Tel Aviv. Tehran’s new protocol includes a revised navigation map directing ships closer to its coast and potential tolls for passage, though it remains unclear if fees are being collected during the truce. Talks between Iran and the US are scheduled to begin in Islamabad on Friday.

Iran’s 10-point peace plan demands an end to US and Israeli attacks, lifting of sanctions, and recognition of its control over Hormuz. Reports suggest Tehran may charge up to $2 million per vessel or $1 per barrel of oil, with revenues shared with Oman, though Muscat has rejected the idea. Critics argue the tolls violate international maritime law under UNCLOS, which forbids levies on transit through international straits.

Analysts warn that continued Iranian control could unsettle global energy markets and strain relations with Gulf states and Western powers, as uncertainty persists over safe passage and future disruptions.