Middle East Eye • May 21, 2026 16:23

Rubio says Iran toll system would make US-Iran deal impossible

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US Secretary of State said any agreement between Washington and Tehran would be impossible if Iran proceeds with plans to impose tolls in the Strait of Hormuz.

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