Iran faces global backlash over proposed tolls in Strait of Hormuz

Iran's attempt to impose tolls on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz has been condemned as illegal under international law. The head of the International Maritime Organization stated that such charges would set a dangerous precedent for global shipping. Iran's push for tolls comes amidst heightened tensions with the United States, with both nations struggling to reach a truce during disjointed talks in Pakistan over the weekend. Despite a declared ceasefire, shipping through the critical wate