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Iran Demands Payment for Maritime Services in Strait of Hormuz Amid US Sanctions

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First reported by Walla · Aug 9, 2026

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Iran declares it will charge fees for maritime services in the Strait of Hormuz while denying tolls, demanding US blockade removal and compensation before reopening the waterway. Talks with Oman aim to secure safe shipping routes amid ongoing regional tensions.

01Iran denies imposing transit tolls but will charge fees for maritime services in the Strait of Hormuz.
02Tehran demands US naval blockade removal, compensation, and troop withdrawal to reopen the Strait.
03Iran blames US and Israeli aggression for the Strait's closure and ongoing regional hostility.
04Progress reported in talks with Oman to establish safe shipping routes and maritime security mechanisms.
05New fees for maritime services appear as a workaround to collect payments despite official denials.
06Iran uses control over the Strait as leverage against US sanctions and military presence.

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