Iran is preparing to introduce a 'professional mechanism' for managing traffic in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, as stated by Ebrahim Azizi, the Chairman of the Iranian parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee. This new system will specifically benefit commercial vessels and parties that cooperate with Iran, with fees being charged for the specialized services offered. This announcement comes amid escalating tensions in the region, particularly following Israel's recent airstrikes on southern Lebanon. Despite an extension of the truce between Israel and Lebanon, the bombardment has raised doubts about the effectiveness of the ceasefire, especially among the thousands of Lebanese who have been displaced from their homes. The ongoing conflict is now nearing three months without a clear resolution. In a related development, Pakistan's interior minister has arrived in Tehran to assist in facilitating peace talks between Iran and the United States, which have been stalled despite a fragile ceasefire. This visit follows that of Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, indicating Pakistan's active role in seeking a diplomatic solution to the crisis.