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Iran Launches Strait Authority, Imposes Tolls on Hormuz Transits

Iran Launches Strait Authority, Imposes Tolls on Hormuz Transits

Iran established a Persian Gulf Strait Authority to oversee the Strait of Hormuz and began charging tolls on ships transiting the waterway, according to the Jerusalem Post. The report says JPMorgan estimates the tolls could generate 11‑figure annual revenue, raising questions for global shipping and energy markets.

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Iran imposes tolls as new Persian Gulf Strait Authority takes control