The dispute over the Strait of Hormuz now centers on diplomatic wording, as the US, Iran, and Oman argue over whether future “services” and “costs” could become tolls under a different name.

Trump said Tehran had promised no tolls or charges in the strait, hours after Iran and Oman announced a joint permit system asserting their authority over the waterway. Rubio flew…

Tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz as IRGC insists on designated transit routes despite ongoing U.S.-Iran ceasefire discussions.