Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on May 26, 2026, that the Iranian government is the only nation advocating for a tolling system to control passage through the Strait of Hormuz. He noted that both Russia and China do not support such a system.
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Rubio States Iran Supports Tolling System for Strait of Hormuz
On May 26, 2026, Secretary of State Marco Rubio remarked that Iran is the sole country in favor of implementing a tolling system for the Strait of Hormuz. He indicated that Russia and China oppose this proposal.
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Rubio States Iran Supports Tolling System for Strait of Hormuz