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03 Jul 2026, 07:59 UTC · 2h ago

Oman walks a diplomatic tightrope over Strait of Hormuz fees, creating a ‘blind spot' for markets

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Oman and Iran are discussing the establishment of a service fee or tolling system for the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of global oil passes. — Introduction of tolls on a critical energy chokepoint would increase global oil costs and create significant governance and insurance risks.
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The U.S. government staunchly opposes any tolls in the Strait and has threatened aggressive sanctions against Oman if it helps Iran implement such a system. — Threats of sanctions and diplomatic conflict between the U.S. and Oman increase geopolitical instability in a sensitive energy region.
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A memorandum of understanding prohibits Iran from imposing tolls during a 60-day negotiation window to find a permanent settlement. — This provides a short-term guarantee of free passage, reducing immediate volatility for energy markets.
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