According to France 24, Iran and Oman are examining maritime service fees for the Strait of Hormuz. The two countries would coordinate through a joint working group to develop the proposal, despite US opposition to any toll system on the strategic waterway. Though framed as service charges, the proposal aims to generate revenue from passage through one of the world's most critical shipping lanes.

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