Iran will impose new formal restrictions (fines, confiscation threats, or transit fees) on foreign tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz within 14 days, extending the confirmed pattern of harassment incidents.

NEXUS forecast made 2026-09-10 at 36% probability. Pending, resolves by 2026-09-24.

Derived from: Strait of Hormuz Bayesian equilibrium (67% escalation probability, sufficient-but-fragile 50% bargaining range) and prior confirmed Reuters reporting of Iran threatening 45 tankers with fines/confiscation in the preceding window.

Probability: 36%
Timeframe: 14 days
Deadline: Sep 245d ago
Made: Sep 10

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