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Iran envoy to China cites special Hormuz fee treatment

Iran’s ambassador to China says new Strait of Hormuz fees would apply, with “friendly” nations receiving special treatment.
WHO: Iran’s ambassador to China
WHAT: Said ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz would face new fees and that “friendly” nations would get special treatment
WHEN: Jul 4, 2026 at 7:14 PM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: He was responding to the proposal for new fees for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, which Washington rejected, and offering assurances about treatment for “friendly” nations
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