Iran intends to classify countries into three categories – “friendly”, “neutral” and “hostile” – depending on the rules for allowing its ships to enter the Strait of Hormuz. This was reported by Al Jazeera on Friday, April 3.
According to the canal, ships from “friendly” countries will be able to pass freely through the strait. Neutral countries will have to pay tolls, while enemy countries will be denied passage. An exact list of countries and their categories is not provided.
The report says that almost all Gulf countries are classified as “neutral” or “hostile” countries. message.
Earlier, journalists from CNN expressed the opinion that the US authorities will collapse if Iran continues to retain control over the Strait of Hormuz at the end of the military conflict.
On April 2, Russian Presidential Assistant Yuri Ushakov said that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to Russian ships.
The Strait is a strategically important shipping route and a major energy artery, through which about 20% of global oil consumption passes.