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Iran says Hormuz transit fee not under discussion
Published 10 August 2026 ยท world
Synopsis Iran is not currently discussing details of possible transit fees with Oman as the two countries negotiate a new shipping route through the Strait
Synopsis Iran is not currently discussing details of possible transit fees with Oman as the two countries negotiate a new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said. He said talks on the maritime mechanism remain ongoing, with the two sides discussing safe passage, environmental issues, maritime services and combating crime.
Published: August 10, 2026 โข 5:01 PM IST ยท Updated: August 10, 2026 โข 8:08 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis Iran is not currently discussing details of possible transit fees with Oman as the two countries negotiate a new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said.
He said talks on the maritime mechanism remain ongoing, with the two sides discussing safe passage, environmental issues, maritime services and combating crime.