U.S. Secretary of State Rubio Emphasizes No Tolls on Strait of Hormuz
During his visit to the UAE, Marco Rubio reiterated the U.S. stance that no country should impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz, which is recognized as an international waterway. Iran and Oman are asserting their sovereignty over territorial waters.
Editorial Staff
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Marco Rubio, the U.S. Secretary of State, has arrived in the United Arab Emirates and emphasized that the United States does not recognize any country's right to impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is acknowledged as an international waterway, and this position reflects ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region.
In parallel, Iran and Oman have announced the formation of a joint committee to discuss their sovereign rights over their territorial waters.