Global maritime trade is once again entering a period of heightened uncertainty after U.S. President Donald Trump announced the reimposition of a naval blockade targeting Iranian ports, effectively ending the temporary understanding reached with Iran just weeks earlier. The development significantly increases geopolitical risks in one of the world’s most […]
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Iran has denied reports that it plans to impose transit tolls on commercial ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, clarifying that its recent maritime initiatives are focused on improving navigational safety rather than collecting passage fees. Speaking during a weekly press briefing on Monday, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail […]
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A senior Iranian official has stated that Iran will not engage in negotiations with the United States if they are conducted under coercion or aimed at forcing surrender. However, Tehran may consider participating in discussions—potentially in Pakistan—if Washington abandons its strategy of pressure and threats. According to the official, Pakistan […]
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Iran has announced a new maritime development near one of the world’s most critical shipping routes. The naval wing of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has introduced a designated passage known as the “Larak Corridor,” located between waters south of Hormuz Island and Larak Island. According to state media […]
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