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US Threatens Sanctions on Shipping Firms Paying Iran for Strait of Hormuz Passage
The US has issued a warning to shipping companies that they will face sanctions if they pay fees to Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This move aims to deter Iran from collecting transit fees and maintain control over the vital shipping route.
Date:
02.05.2026 |
Source:
FOR-EX.NEWS
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