A day ago, Iran told the world that Iran will not make any compromise on its nuclear program. Now after 24 hours another shocking statement has come from Iran. The whole world heaved a sigh of relief after the war ended and Hormuz was opened, but Iran has made it clear that free entry into Hormuz is only for 60 days. That means the same 60 days in which America and Iran have to reach a final agreement. Now America is tempting Iran that when the ban on oil export is being lifted, then what is the need to collect toll from Hormuz, but Iran has understood that Hormuz is the weapon with the help of which it has brought the superpower to its knees.
In fact, since the war, two routes have been created for commercial ships. On one hand, America and Western countries are asking ships to use the new route, which is closer to UAE and Oman. Whereas on the other side there is a route determined by Iran, which is under Iran’s control. Iran’s instructions are that all ships should follow only the routes specified by it.
All ships will have to sail close to Larak Island: Iran
According to Iran, all ships will have to sail close to Larak Island. If Iran takes the alternative route, it will not provide security guarantees and will also become a target. Same thing happened with Ever Lovely Ship. This ship passed through Hormuz near Oman. The ship did not get stuck in the shallow sea, but Iran considered it a violation of its sovereignty over Hormuz and launched a drone attack.
In such a situation, now dependence on Iran in Hormuz is a compulsion because if Iran’s route is not used then the ships can get stuck on the way and Iran can also attack them. Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister has again said that Hormuz is under the control of Iran, not CENTCOM. That means the American Army has no interference here.
According to the report published quoting Iranian sources, Iran will continue to recognize its control over Hormuz. Taking toll from ships will also get international recognition. For this, Iran can also carry out more blasts in Hormuz. The report also claims that Iran has agreed that ships will be able to pass through Hormuz without any charges for 60 days.
Situation of confusion in the Persian Gulf
This is the reason why America is repeatedly insisting the ships to follow its new route and there is a situation of confusion in the Persian Gulf. There is a big problem regarding the shipping lane in Hormuz. Here, ships originating from the Persian Gulf have to choose between the US route or the Iran route. These days, there are two options in Hormuz.
There is doubt about choosing the route because America says that the ships should run on its route. There is US pressure on the shipping companies. On the other hand, ships from Iran are being warned to follow the route decided by Iran. Iran has prepared 2 new shipping lanes here. These lanes are also like in bound and out bound.
Through these there is entry and exit into the Persian Gulf. These have been built near Larak Island and Bandar Abbas but can be passed from here only with the consent of Iran. America has also decided the route to cross Hormuz. This lane has been built very near the maritime area of Oman. This lane passes near the Musandam Peninsula of Oman.
It is important to follow precise navigation here
It is claimed that some sea mines of Iran have also been removed to prepare this lane, but this is a very narrow route. It is important to follow precise navigation here. There is danger from shallow sea on this route and a ship even got stuck. The depth of the sea around this route is very less. Therefore there is always a danger of the ship getting stuck. Iran had put pressure on America by closing Hormuz. Now, even after the MoU, Hormuz remains Iran’s weapon.
A single attack in Hormuz is creating panic in the whole world. Therefore, Iran is repeatedly putting pressure on America by increasing tension. Iran has made it clear that it wants to discuss Hormuz first and the first final deal should be on Hormuz only. Iran’s objective is clear that it is trying to collect toll from Hormuz and get its rules recognized as an agreement.
Witkoff and Jared Kushner have heard Iran’s demands. America has asked Iran to abandon gangster tactics. America has warned that Hormuz’s stubbornness will become an obstacle to the agreement. America is trying to convince Iran. Reference is being made to the lifting of sanctions on Iran and the release of frozen assets. America is trying to explain that after the lifting of sanctions, Iran itself can earn huge income from oil business. At present, Iran’s rules and regulations dominate in Hormuz and tankers and cargo ships are also following it.
Is US talking only to meet Iran’s demands?
The claims being made by Iran are raising questions whether America is holding talks only to fulfill Iran’s demands or is America also going to gain something from the talks. Just a day earlier, Iran’s chief negotiator had told the world that there would be no discussion on Iran’s nuclear program. Now another big announcement has come out.
According to the chief negotiator, Qalibaf, free entry into Hormuz is only for 60 days. Hormuz is still free under the terms of the ceasefire. Toll is certain to be imposed after talks with America. From Iran’s claims it seems that America will lift the sanctions and also return the frozen assets. Even if Iran collects toll, what did America achieve from this war?
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