The US administration is considering various measures to resume the passage of oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, including the possibility of introducing a special fee for vessels that will sail under the protection of the US Navy.
According to sea-news.az Politico reported this, citing its sources.
Reportedly, against the backdrop of ongoing negotiations between Iran and the US, the White House is evaluating relevant options that could convince shipowners and insurance companies to actively use the Strait of Hormuz again. One of the proposals under discussion is to provide civilian vessels with accelerated transit options through the strait under the escort of the US Navy in exchange for an additional fee. The publication notes that a final decision on this matter has not yet been made. According to a report by the analytical firm Kpler, due to current regional uncertainty, approximately 500 vessels, including 220 oil tankers, are currently waiting in line to cross the Strait of Hormuz. As a reminder, US President Donald Trump recently announced that the Strait of Hormuz has reopened for shipping. Nevertheless, many shipowners still prefer to maintain a wait-and-see attitude, fearing a potential escalation of security risks in the region. It should be noted that prior to the current crisis, approximately 20 percent of global oil supplies were carried out precisely through this strategic strait.
