IRGC rejects Oman corridor as US opposes Hormuz transit fees
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps has declared vessels using Oman’s new temporary maritime corridor illegal, while the United States signals firm opposition to potential transit tolls.
By Europa Express25 Jun 2026 · 10:30 CETUpdated 25 Jun 2026 · 10:30 CET
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Core Briefing: IRGC rejects Oman corridor as US opposes Hormuz transit fees
Strategic Context: The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps has declared vessels using Oman’s new temporary maritime corridor illegal, while the United States signals firm opposition to potential transit tolls.
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According to Euronews, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that any ships navigating outside of Tehran's designated routes in the Strait of Hormuz are acting illegally. This announcement directly rejects a newly established temporary corridor introduced by Oman.
Addressing a Gulf Cooperation Council meeting, US official Marco Rubio stated that the United States would not accept transit fees for ships in the region, regardless of how such charges are framed. The development highlights rising tensions over maritime navigation rights and control within the strategic corridor.