Iran has established the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) to formalize its control over the Strait of Hormuz, requiring ship captains to apply for passage directly to the IRGC. The process involves submitting an Excel file with extensive vessel data, raising concerns about increased scrutiny. With declining traffic in the Strait and reports of Iran charging tolls, tensions are escalating amid fears of further disruption to global oil supplies.
탄도미사일혁명수비대호르무즈해협미이란외교중동안보
Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation(abc.net.au)