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Iran Proposes Strategic Control Plan for Strait of Hormuz Banning Israeli and US Ships

How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By ליאור בן ארי

First reported by Maariv · Aug 6, 2026

What happened

Iran is reviewing a strategic plan to control the Strait of Hormuz, banning US and Israeli ships and cargo, with Oman involved in managing passage. The plan awaits final approval from Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid difficult internal negotiations.

  • 01Iran plans to ban US, Israeli, and hostile countries' ships from the Strait of Hormuz.
  • 02Israeli-related cargo and vessels opposing the resistance axis are also prohibited.
  • 03Iran and Oman will manage ship traffic via designated corridors during a transitional period.
  • 04Heavy fines up to 20% of cargo value will be imposed for violations.
  • 05The draft agreement awaits final approval from Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei.
  • 06Iranian President says negotiations with Khamenei are currently very difficult.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
Mojtaba KhameneiMasoud Pezeshkian
OrganizationsIranian National Security Committee, Tasnim News Agency, Fars News Agency, Reuters, AP
PlacesStrait of Hormuz, Iran, Oman, Persian Gulf, United States, Israel

Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

YnetCenter · HebrewAug 6, 2026
Iran Proposes Strategic Control Plan for Strait of Hormuz Banning Israeli and US Ships
CalcalistUnrated · HebrewAug 6, 2026
Iran Proposes Banning US and Israeli Ships from Strait of Hormuz Until Compensation Paid
MaarivCenter · HebrewAug 6, 2026
Iran Proposes Law to Ban US and Israeli Ships from Strait of Hormuz with Heavy Fines

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