On August 23, 2026, the Persian Gulf Strait Authority of Iran issued a statement stating that vessels violating Iran's regulations on navigation in the Strait of Hormuz will face restrictive measures such as fines, seizures, or confiscation.

The statement states that cargo owners traveling to and from the Persian Gulf must consult the list of non compliant vessels issued by the Persian Gulf Strait Authority before chartering a ship to avoid potential issues.

The statement states that from today on, any vessel that cooperates with non compliant vessels will also be included in the list. If a vessel needs to be removed from the list, a formal application must be submitted to the Persian Gulf Strait Authority with reasons explained.Editor/Min Jing