Iran Demands Toll for Strait of Hormuz, Raising New Tensions with U.S.
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Despite ongoing U.S. negotiations, Iran is insisting on charging a toll for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. This demand has become another unresolved issue in the ongoing conflict between the two nations. The strait is a critical waterway for global oil shipments, and Iran’s control over it remains a powerful bargaining chip.