BEIJING: Iran’s ambassador to China insisted Saturday that new fees would be charged to ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz — an idea rejected by Washington — while assuring that “friendly” nations would receive special treatment. The initial deal struck between Iran and the United States to end their war stipulated that commercial ships would transit the strait free of charge for 60 days, but it remains unclear what will be in place after that period.

Leading European nations now acknowledge potential fees for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a shift in stance following the US-Iran conflict. While some Gulf Arab officials…

Iran to levy transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz after a 60-day grace period, asserting control with Oman and warning ships against alternative routes.