Iran insists on fees for ships passing Strait of Hormuz

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Iran ​has ​set ​conditions for ⁠talks on ⁠a lasting peace ​with the US, a senior official has told Reuters.

It ⁠included an immediate halt ​to strikes, ⁠guarantees ‌that attacks ​will not be repeated and compensation for damage.

The official said that a permanent peace deal should ​allow ‌Iran to demand ⁠fees for ​ships passing ​through ‌the Strait of ⁠Hormuz, which would vary depending ⁠on the type of ship, its cargo, and prevailing conditions.