WASHINGTON: The United States warned Oman on Thursday not to get directly or indirectly involved in any effort to impose a toll in the Strait of Hormuz, saying it will penalize any partners involved in such a system."The United States Government will not tolerate any effort to impose a tolling system in the Strait of Hormuz," U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a post on X."Oman, in particular, should know that the U.S. Treasury will aggressively target any actors involved - directly or indirectly - in facilitating tolls for the Strait and any willing partners will be penalized," Bessent added.Also read | EU says won't be 'neutral mediator' between Ukraine and Russia
US warns Oman not to engage in facilitating tolls for Strait of Hormuz
The United States has drawn a hard line against Oman regarding potential toll fees in the Strait of Hormuz. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has declared that any involvement in this initiative, whether direct or indirect, will lead to substantial penalties. Oman has been put on notice about the serious implications it could face.
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