Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have indicated that preparations are nearing completion for a new operational framework governing the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy corridor that has been severely disrupted since the outbreak of conflict involving the United States and Israel.
In a statement released on Sunday, the naval arm of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it was finalising plans aligned with what it described as a new regional order in the Persian Gulf. The force warned that conditions in the strait would not revert to previous norms, particularly for vessels linked to the United States and Israel.
The Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant share of the world’s oil and gas supplies typically passes, has seen sharply reduced traffic since hostilities began in late February. Iran has allowed only limited shipping movements, contributing to heightened volatility in global energy markets.
The announcement comes amid escalating rhetoric between Tehran and Washington. US President Donald Trump has reiterated threats of military action targeting Iranian infrastructure if the waterway is not fully reopened, raising concerns about further disruption to already strained supply chains.
At the same time, diplomatic efforts appear to be continuing. Oman’s state media reported that discussions had taken place between Iranian and Omani officials aimed at easing navigation through the strait, though no concrete outcomes have been publicly confirmed.
Within Iran, policymakers have also floated the idea of introducing new financial measures for vessels transiting the route, including the possibility of fees or taxes, reflecting a potential shift in how the strategic passage is managed.
The evolving situation underscores the growing importance of the Strait of Hormuz as both a geopolitical flashpoint and a critical artery for global energy trade, with any sustained disruption carrying implications far beyond the region.
