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Iran charges ships $2m for Hormuz passage
Iranian MP Alaeddin Boroujerdi claims ships must pay a $2 million fee to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. He says this reflects Iran's 'new sovereign regime' in the area, citing war costs as justification.
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According to Boroujerdi, the move reflects the establishment of what he described as a new "sovereign regime" in the Strait of Hormuz after decades."Collecting $2 million as transit fees from some vessels crossing the strait reflects Iran's strength," Boroujerdi said. The Strait of Hormuz is open to all except those who violate our soil.