Episode

Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz remains a powerful bargaining chip

Podcast: All Things Considered
Published: Jul 3, 2026
Duration seconds: 665
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Summary

Despite efforts by U.S. negotiators, Iran says it wants to charge a toll for ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. It's yet another unresolved issue of the U.S.-Iran war.