Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi argues Tehran can impose Hormuz passage controls, including prior authorisation, fees and restrictions on military-linked shipping, local press reports

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"Within this framework, the coastal State has the right to regulate passage, collect maritime service fees, obtain prior notification or authorisation for the passage of warships, and take the necessary measures to maintain its security. The actions taken by the Islamic Republic of Iran are consistent with this customary framework."

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