Iran Envoy Says Russia Among 'Friendly' Countries Exempt From Hormuz Transit Fees

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Last Updated:April 24, 2026, 20:55 IST

Jalali’s remarks come a day after Iran said it had received its first revenue from transit tolls, with the funds reportedly credited to the central bank.

Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali attends a meeting in Moscow. (AFP file photo)

Iran’s ambassador to Moscow, Kazem Jalali, on Friday said that Russia is among a group of “friendly" countries exempted from transit fees for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

Speaking to Russian news agency RIA Novosti, Jalali said Tehran is working to apply exemptions for select partners.

“We have provided exceptions for some countries. I don’t know what will happen in the future," he said. “At the moment, our Foreign Ministry is trying to use the exceptions provided for friendly countries, for example Russia."

It remains unclear which other countries may benefit from the exemptions beyond Russia.

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April 24, 2026, 20:55 IST

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