Iran issues a new requirement for vessels to apply for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the country’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority. The measure is described as a response that also functions as a diplomatic snub to the UK and other G7 allies, which have previously raised concerns about Iran’s actions affecting navigation through the strategic waterway. The authority states that ships must submit applications to use the strait, reinforcing that passage is subject to Iranian rules and procedures. The reporting focuses on the authority’s announcement and the implications for international shipping that relies on the narrow passage between Iran and Oman. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for oil and gas flows in the region, so changes in access or administrative requirements can affect commercial and logistical planning. Across the coverage provided, the central point is Iran’s insistence on a formal application process for transit, presented as an assertion of control over the waterway’s use.