BREAKING: Iran considers ‘special’ right in Strait of Hormuz for friendly countries
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There is something even more difficult to cross than the defense of Paraguay yesterday: the Strait of Hormuz. The country’s ambassador reiterated on Saturday that fees would be imposed on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, an idea rejected by Washington. But as a small gift, countries “friendly” to Iran will benefit from “special” treatment. The initial agreement between Iran and the United States to end the war provided that commercial ships could transit the strait free of charge for 60 days, but uncertainty remains over what will happen after this period. “We will certainly consider special treatment for countries that have been friendly and particularly stood by us during difficult times,” he continued. A fifth of the world’s oil and natural gas passes through the Strait of Hormuz which has been largely blocked since the launch of Israeli-US strikes on February 28, leading to a surge in energy prices. Iran lifted its blockade of the strait following the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the United States on June 17. Negotiations on a permanent settlement of the conflict continue.
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Source: This article was originally published by 20Minutes – Actu Monde and adapted for our international English-speaking audience.
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