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Iran confirms Strait of Hormuz tolls received in cash as US tensions escalate
International
Published on 24 April 2026

The toll money reportedly landed in cash, not banks
Iran’s central bank says it has received transit fees for ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz, with the amount reportedly deposited in cash. Iran’s deputy parliament speaker called the tolls a legitimate charge for use of Iranian territorial waters and warned of consequences if the US continues what he described as aggressive policies.
- Iran’s central bank confirmed receiving Strait of Hormuz transit fees
- Reportedly deposited in cash currency rather than conventional banking
- Iran says tolls are rightful for using Iranian territorial waters
- Warnings issued toward US policies amid rising tensions
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