India, Sept. 23 -- Iran has taken another step towards tightening its regulations for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, with Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission approving provisions of a proposed bill that would introduce penalties for violations. The move comes amid heightened tensions surrounding the strategically important waterway during the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States.

What Does Iran's Proposed Strait Of Hormuz Bill Say?

The commission approved Articles 13, 14 and 15 of the proposed "Strategic Action to Ensure Security and Development of the Strait of Hormuz" bill on Tuesday, according to Iran's state news agency IRNA.

Under the proposed provisions, vessels found violati...