Iranian state media reported on Thursday that the country is exploring legal measures to restrict the movement of U.S. and Israeli shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. The proposed legislation, currently under review by members of Iran’s parliament, seeks to empower the state to block vessels deemed "hostile" from utilizing the strategic maritime choke point.

This development is reportedly tied to a new joint venture between Iran and Oman intended to regulate and reopen the waterway to commercial traffic. While the announcement signals a potential shift in how Iran manages transit through the Strait, the practical implementation of such a blockade remains speculative. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most vital oil transit routes, and any disruption to shipping in the area would likely have significant global economic consequences.

Currently, the report relies on statements from Iranian state media regarding the intent of the parliamentary bill. There has been no official confirmation from U.S. or Israeli officials regarding how they intend to respond to this potential legislative action, nor has there been a detailed breakdown of how Iran defines a "hostile" vessel under the proposed legal framework. The situation remains in the early stages of the legislative process, and it is unclear if the bill will be passed into law or if it is intended primarily as a diplomatic signal.