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Iran’s China envoy vows ‘special’ Hormuz treatment for ‘friendly’ countries

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According to Al Jazeera, Iran's ambassador to China announced new transit fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, with preferential rates for nations Tehran considers friendly. The declaration defies US objections and could reshape shipping costs for global oil and trade through one of the world's most critical maritime passages.

Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/5/irans-china-envoy...

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