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Iran and Oman to charge shipping fees in Hormuz
Iran and Oman confirmed plans to charge shipping fees for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. France and Britain oppose the fees, citing it as a red line, and may establish a naval mission to safeguard the waterway if a US-Iran ceasefire holds. Iran emphasizes its actions align with international law and aim to ensure secure passage.
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