According to Al Jazeera's correspondent in Tehran, Ali Hashem, an official outlined several points representing Iran's stance. Iran will allow ships from some friendly countries to pass through the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for security fees. Based on a decision by the highest state institutions, Iran intends to use these fees to obtain war compensation. Iran will decisively respond to attacks on facilities in Mahshahr and seek compensation for damages. Several Indian, Pakistani, Turkish, and French ships have already received passage permits. U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened severe attacks on Iran in a series of posts if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened in the coming days.