Iran has ensured that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to all nations except Iran's enemies, and since then, Tehran has imposed massive tolls, amid its ongoing war with the US and Israel. Iran has ensured that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to all nations except Iran's enemies, and since then, Tehran has imposed massive tolls, amid its ongoing war with the US and Israel. Why is Iran collecting a $2 million transit fee across the Strait of Hormuz? "Collecting $2 million as transit fees from some vessels crossing the strait reflects Iran's strength. Now, because war has costs, naturally we must do this and take transit fees from ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz," Boroujerdi said.

Source: dna March 23, 2026 04:51 UTC