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Iran says it will charge a ‘payment for services’ in the Strait of Hormuz | Conflict
Iran Proposes Service Fees for Vessels in Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN (June 18, 2026) — Iranian negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf announced that vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz may be subject to a service fee, a proposal that has been consistently rejected by the United States. This issue is part of a broader set of unresolved topics that continue to challenge ongoing negotiations.
