Trump says Beijing opposes Iranian toll in Hormuz, as Chinese vessels exit waterway

🔴 Tension Rising Middle East Eye 2026-05-14
Trump stated that Beijing opposes Iran charging a toll in the Strait of Hormuz and is considering buying more oil from the US. This move suggests a potential effort to de-escalate tensions between the US and Iran, with implications for regional security. Iran appears to be allowing Chinese ships to pass through the Strait while simultaneously targeting new vessels.
미이란외교호르무즈해협유가영향경제제재중국이란관계
Source: Middle East Eye (middleeasteye.net)
Read original article ↗
← All News